Jannette Velez-Nieves

Together we will explore what’s keeping you stuck, strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, and develop tools that help you feel more grounded, confident, and aligned in your relationships and daily life.

My clients describe me as supportive, easy to talk to, and direct in a caring way. They often share that sessions feel grounding, validating, and helpful in making sense of emotions and relationship patterns.

I became a therapist because I believe healing happens when people feel seen, understood, and supported. I’m passionate about helping individuals and couples break patterns, build emotional safety, and reconnect with themselves and others.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and the founder of Empower Journey Counseling. I offer individual and couples therapy, provide bilingual services in English and Spanish, and strive to deliver compassionate, culturally responsive care.