A Place To Start

Our Providers

Support that meets you where you are.

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Mary Jane McManus, MSN APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC

Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Savannah Thames, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Jameion Fowler, MSW, LISW-CP

Clinical Director/Clinical Therapist

Kelli Ross, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC

Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Susan Lang, LISW-CP

Clinical Therapist

Paola Goyeneche, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Robert ElI, LMSW

Licensed Master Social Worker

Briana Panetti, LISW-CP

Clinical Therapist

We look forward to the opportunity to serve you!

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Our Mission

At A Place to Start Mental Health, we provide compassionate, high-quality care for individuals from all walks of life. 

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, or life’s challenges, we’re here to help you find clarity, stability, and a way forward.

Our approach combines clinical expertise with genuine care, ensuring you receive support that is both effective and meaningful. We focus on helping you develop lasting coping skills that extend beyond each session and into your everyday life.

Find Your Way Forward!

Get started with the highest quality mental health care in North Myrtle Beach.

Affordable Self Pay, Medicare and Most Insurances Accepted