A Place to Start

A Place to Start is a mental health service in North Myrtle Beach, SC, offering individual therapy, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and specialized testing such as GeneSight and ADHD assessments. The practice serves individuals navigating anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, and life transitions, with a focus on building lasting coping skills and emotional stability. Services are available through self-pay, Medicare, and most insurance plans, and the clinic emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to each client’s unique needs. With a 3.70 rating and 31 reviews, it has established a consistent presence in the local community.

The practice centers its work on four core values: compassion, acceptance, respect, and empowerment, ensuring clients feel heard and supported throughout their journey. Therapists use a range of evidence-based approaches to address emotional and behavioral challenges, helping clients process difficult experiences and develop healthier ways of thinking and responding. The clinic also offers Vivitrol treatment and uses genetic testing to guide medication decisions, aiming to improve treatment outcomes through personalized care. Clients are encouraged to take an active role in their treatment, with a focus on long-term well-being beyond the therapy room.

Located at 1016 2nd Avenue North, Ste 205, the clinic sits just a short distance from major regional routes, including US Highway 17 North and South, Robert Edge Parkway, and Main Street. It is within a half-mile of the North Myrtle Beach Library and FedEx Office, placing it near key community infrastructure along a primary commercial corridor.

A Place to Start is recognized for a steady record of repeat and referred customers, reflecting trust and sustained satisfaction in its care. This reliability underscores its role as a dependable resource for mental health support in the area. In North Myrtle Beach, where access to specialized behavioral health services can be limited, the clinic provides a consistent, client-centered alternative for those seeking clarity and stability.

Services:

• Diagnostic Evaluations
• Individual Therapy Sessions
• Medication Management
• Mental Health Care
• Psychiatric Medication Management