Evolution of Self: Counseling and Consulting LLC

Evolution of Self: Counseling and Consulting LLC Welcome to Evolution of Self where we listen, empower, and help you transform your life.

03/27/2026

Now Offering Hypnotherapy at Evolution of Self Counseling

We’re excited to share that hypnotherapy is now available at Evolution of Self Counseling with Carlos Rueda.

Hypnotherapy is a focused, evidence-informed approach that uses guided relaxation and attention to help clients access deeper levels of awareness, shift unhelpful patterns, and strengthen adaptive responses. It can be a powerful complement to ongoing therapy, supporting work with anxiety, stress, habits, and personal growth.

Carlos integrates hypnotherapy within a trauma-informed, client-centered framework to ensure that the process feels safe, collaborative, and aligned with each individual’s goals.

If you’re curious about whether hypnotherapy could be a helpful addition to your work, we invite you to reach out to learn more or schedule a consultation.
www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org
drcarlosrueda@evolutionofselfcounseling.org

Spring is often seen as a season of renewal, growth, and fresh starts—but for many people, it can also be a time when em...
03/19/2026

Spring is often seen as a season of renewal, growth, and fresh starts—but for many people, it can also be a time when emotional distress quietly increases. Research has shown that suicidal thoughts and self-harm behaviors can rise during the spring months, even as the world around us becomes brighter.

There are many reasons this may happen. As energy begins to return after the heaviness of winter, some individuals find themselves with more capacity to act on thoughts that may have been present for months. The contrast between how someone feels internally and the expectation to feel “better” in spring can also deepen feelings of isolation or shame.

If this season feels heavier than expected, you are not alone—and nothing about that experience is a failure. Spring doesn’t look the same for everyone.

This is a time to lean into support, increase connection, and check in—both with yourself and with the people around you. Small moments of care, honesty, and presence can make a meaningful difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, reaching out to a trusted person or professional can be an important step. Support is available, and you don’t have to navigate this alone.

www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Reflection: All Parts of You Belong 🍀The shamrock is known for its three leaves—each one distinct, b...
03/17/2026

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Reflection: All Parts of You Belong 🍀

The shamrock is known for its three leaves—each one distinct, but part of the same whole.

In many ways, we’re not so different.

Most of us carry different “parts” of ourselves:
• the part that wants connection
• the part that pulls away
• the part that feels deeply
• the part that tries to stay in control

And sometimes, those parts don’t agree.

One part of you might want to move forward, while another feels scared.
One part might want closeness, while another is bracing for hurt.

Healing isn’t about getting rid of those parts.

It’s about learning how to:
• understand them
• listen to them
• and help them work together instead of against each other

You don’t have to choose one version of yourself to be “the right one.”

All parts of you are trying to help in some way—even if the strategy isn’t working anymore.

Today is a small reminder:
You are allowed to be complex.
You are allowed to have mixed emotions.
And you are allowed to grow into a more integrated version of yourself.

🍀
— Evolution of Self Counseling & Consulting

Two things can be true at the same time.You can want the connection of an in-person group and the flexibility of virtual...
03/13/2026

Two things can be true at the same time.

You can want the connection of an in-person group and the flexibility of virtual therapy.

That’s the heart of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) — and it’s exactly how our new Hybrid Adult DBT Group is designed.

Join us in person or online at the same time in our conference-style group where participants can attend in the way that works best for them while still building skills, connection, and support.

🧠 DBT helps people develop skills for:
• Managing overwhelming emotions
• Improving relationships
• Tolerating distress
• Building a life worth living

📅 Wednesdays | 5:00 – 6:30 PM
📍 Hybrid (In-Person + Virtual)
📆 Starting April 22, 2026

This group is part of a comprehensive DBT program that includes:
✔ Individual therapy
✔ Skills group
✔ Phone coaching

Learn more:
🌐 www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org

📞 864-735-1062

Because in DBT — and in life — it’s often not either/or… it’s both/and.

Now Offering Schema Therapy at Evolution of Self CounselingWe are excited to share that Dr. Carlos Rueda is now offering...
03/11/2026

Now Offering Schema Therapy at Evolution of Self Counseling
We are excited to share that Dr. Carlos Rueda is now offering Schema Therapy at Evolution of Self Counseling and Consulting, LLC.
Schema Therapy is a powerful approach that helps people understand and change long-standing emotional patterns that often develop early in life. These patterns—called schemas—can shape how we view ourselves, others, and relationships.
Many people notice schemas showing up as patterns such as:
• Feeling like you are not good enough
• Worrying that others will leave or reject you
• Struggling with perfectionism or harsh self-criticism
• Repeating the same painful relationship dynamics
Schema Therapy also explores “modes”, which are emotional parts of ourselves that may show up in different situations—such as a Vulnerable Child, Inner Critic, Protector, or Healthy Adult. Understanding these parts helps people develop healthier ways of responding to emotional triggers.
This approach can be especially helpful for individuals struggling with:
✨ Trauma and attachment wounds
✨ Relationship difficulties
✨ Chronic anxiety or depression
✨ Long-standing emotional patterns that feel difficult to change
At Evolution of Self Counseling, Schema Therapy is part of our integrative approach to healing, alongside specialized treatments such as DBT, trauma therapy, and dissociation-informed care.
📍 Available with Dr. Carlos Rueda
Email him at drcarlosrueda@evolutionofselfcounseling.org or visit our website at www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org and fill out a treatment request form.

Amber Hudson, LPC-A, is a therapist at Evolution of Self Counseling and Consulting, LLC who provides virtual therapy ser...
03/10/2026

Amber Hudson, LPC-A, is a therapist at Evolution of Self Counseling and Consulting, LLC who provides virtual therapy services for individuals seeking support with trauma, emotional regulation, and personal growth. As part of our comprehensive DBT and Dissociation treatment team, Amber works with clients using evidence-based approaches including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Structural Dissociation parts work, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. She is also expanding her advanced trauma training and will soon begin training in Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR) to further support clients healing from trauma and dissociation.

Contact Amber at amberhudson@evolutionofselfcounseling.org or visit our website at www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org and fill out a treatment request.

We are excited to have Dr. Carlos Rueda, Ph.D. (“Dr. C”) as part of the Evolution of Self Counseling community. With dec...
03/05/2026

We are excited to have Dr. Carlos Rueda, Ph.D. (“Dr. C”) as part of the Evolution of Self Counseling community. With decades of experience in counseling and psychotherapy, Dr. Rueda brings a compassionate and integrative approach to helping individuals and families navigate complex emotional and psychological challenges.

Dr. Rueda works with adults, couples, and families facing concerns such as trauma, addiction and recovery, mood and personality disorders, relationship difficulties, and family conflict. He has particular experience supporting individuals impacted by parental alienation, high-conflict family dynamics, and complex relational trauma.

His work focuses on helping clients develop clearer thinking patterns, emotional stability, and healthier relationships, while addressing the deeper roots of distress. Dr. Rueda integrates several approaches in his work, including psychotherapy for trauma recovery, addiction counseling, schema-informed work, and critical incident stress support.

Dr. Rueda’s goal is to help clients move toward a more integrated and balanced life—supporting growth in mind, body, and emotional well-being while strengthening the capacity for healthy connection and self-understanding.

At Evolution of Self Counseling, we are proud to collaborate with clinicians who bring diverse expertise and a shared commitment to compassionate, evidence-informed care.

Interested in working with Carlos? Email him at drcarlosrueda@evolutionofselfcounseling.org or visit our website at www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org and fill out our treatment request form.

🌿 Dissociation Awareness Day 🌿Dissociation is a common response to overwhelming stress or trauma. It is the mind’s way o...
03/05/2026

🌿 Dissociation Awareness Day 🌿

Dissociation is a common response to overwhelming stress or trauma. It is the mind’s way of creating distance from experiences that may feel too intense to process in the moment. While dissociation can be protective, it can also leave people feeling disconnected from themselves, their memories, or the world around them.

Common symptoms of dissociation can include:
• Feeling detached from your body or emotions
• Memory gaps or losing time
• Feeling unreal or like the world around you isn’t real (derealization)
• Feeling like you are observing yourself from outside your body (depersonalization)
• Sudden shifts in mood, identity, or sense of self
• Spacing out or feeling “not fully present”
• Difficulty remembering important personal information or parts of traumatic events

At Evolution of Self Counseling & Consulting, we recognize that trauma and dissociation require specialized care. Our practice offers a comprehensive dissociation treatment program designed to support stabilization, safety, and healing. We utilize evidence-based curriculums including Finding Solid Ground and Coping with Trauma-Related Dissociation, which focus on building skills for grounding, emotional regulation, and understanding dissociative experiences.

Several of our therapists also have specialized training in trauma therapy and working with dissociative symptoms, allowing us to provide thoughtful, trauma-informed care tailored to each individual’s needs.

If you or someone you love struggles with dissociation, you are not alone—and support is available. Healing often begins with understanding what is happening and learning skills that help you reconnect with yourself safely and gradually.
www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org

✨ Awareness creates understanding. Understanding creates hope.

🧡 March is Self-Harm Awareness MonthSelf-harm is often misunderstood. For many people, it is not about wanting to die—it...
03/05/2026

🧡 March is Self-Harm Awareness Month

Self-harm is often misunderstood. For many people, it is not about wanting to die—it is a way of coping with overwhelming emotions, distress, shame, or feeling numb. People who struggle with self-harm are often trying to manage pain the best way they know how.

Self-Harm Awareness Month is a time to reduce stigma, increase understanding, and remind those who struggle that they are not alone. Healing is possible, and there are healthier ways to cope with intense emotions with the right support.

If you or someone you love is struggling with self-harm, reaching out to a mental health professional can make a difference. Compassion, understanding, and connection are powerful steps toward recovery.

At Evolution of Self Counseling & Consulting, we believe that every person deserves support, safety, and the opportunity to build new ways of caring for themselves. 💛

Finding Solid Ground: Dissociation and Stabilization ProgramAt Evolution of Self Counseling, we recognize that trauma wo...
02/26/2026

Finding Solid Ground: Dissociation and Stabilization Program

At Evolution of Self Counseling, we recognize that trauma work requires a strong foundation of safety, stability, and internal resources. Finding Solid Ground is an evidence-based, phase-oriented curriculum specifically designed to help individuals who experience dissociation build the skills needed for stabilization before, during, and alongside deeper trauma processing.

This structured program helps clients develop essential capacities such as grounding, emotional regulation, internal communication, and present-moment awareness. Clients learn to recognize dissociative symptoms, strengthen their sense of control, and increase their ability to remain present and engaged in their lives. These skills not only reduce distress related to dissociation but also prepare the nervous system for more effective trauma processing therapies such as EMDR, DBT, Deep Brain Reorienting, and other trauma-focused approaches.

Finding Solid Ground is especially beneficial for individuals who notice spacing out, losing time, feeling disconnected from themselves or their surroundings, or becoming overwhelmed when approaching trauma work. By strengthening internal stability and resources, this program helps create the conditions necessary for meaningful and lasting healing.

If you would like more information or are interested in referring a patient to this group or would like to join, email Margaret Cross at margaretcross@evolutionofselfcounseling.org

💙 Eating Disorder Awareness Week 💙Eating disorders don’t always look the way we expect them to.They can exist behind hig...
02/25/2026

💙 Eating Disorder Awareness Week 💙

Eating disorders don’t always look the way we expect them to.
They can exist behind high achievement, perfectionism, chronic dieting, gym culture, anxiety, trauma, or silence.

During Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we want to highlight that:

✨ Food and body struggles are not about willpower.
✨ Disordered eating often develops as a coping strategy.
✨ Recovery is possible and you don’t have to do it alone.

At Evolution of Self: Counseling and Consulting LLC, we approach eating disorder treatment through a trauma-informed, skills-based lens. We work with underlying drivers such as shame, emotion dysregulation, perfectionism, dissociation, and relational wounds, not just behaviors around food.

If you or someone you love is struggling, support is available.

🌿 Learn more or reach out at:
www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org

You deserve a relationship with your body and food that feels safe, steady, and sustainable.

Your physical health during pregnancy matters. So does your mental health.February highlights International Prenatal Inf...
02/22/2026

Your physical health during pregnancy matters. So does your mental health.

February highlights International Prenatal Infection Prevention Month: a time to raise awareness about protecting maternal and infant health. But prevention isn’t only medical. Emotional stress, trauma history, and untreated mood symptoms can deeply impact the perinatal experience.

✨ Up to 1 in 5 women experience Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) — including:

Postpartum depression
Postpartum anxiety
OCD symptoms
Birth trauma responses
Irritability, shame, or emotional numbness

These are common, treatable, and not a reflection of your capacity as a parent.

Pregnancy and postpartum bring enormous nervous system shifts: physically, hormonally, relationally, and emotionally. Support matters.

At Evolution of Self, we offer:
✔ Trauma-informed therapy
✔ Nervous system stabilization
✔ DBT skills for overwhelm
✔ Support for identity shifts into parenthood
✔ Postpartum and perinatal mental health care

You deserve care that supports both body and mind.

If you or someone you love is navigating pregnancy or postpartum and struggling emotionally, reach out. Early support changes outcomes, for parents and babies alike.



www.evolutionofselfcounseling.org

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3519 Pelham Road Suite 107 And 101
Greenville, SC
29615

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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