About Me:

Hello!

My name is Molly Johnson and I am excited to serve both A.J. Whittenberg Elementary and Augusta Circle Elementary as a school-based Mental Health Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for working with children and families in the school setting. 

I received my Bachelors degree in Psychology from Clemson University in 2018 and then completed my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2023, also from Clemson. 

During my sessions, I strive to create a warm and positive environment for every student and family. I utilize various modalities such as play-therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. I am also trained in TF-CBT, a structured approach to help children process and heal from trauma. I believe family involvement is crucial when working with children to ensure they are successful in counseling, as caretakers are often the most important people in a child's life.

In my free time, you can find me traveling, hanging out with friends, cheering on the Tigers, reading, and exploring the upstate. I look forward to getting to know all the wonderful people at AJW and ACE!