MUSC Behavioral Health - Pelham Court

Elizabeth Ridgeway is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 30 years of expertise in clinical counseling, behavioral health, and mental health services. She is licensed in South Carolina and has dedicated her career to providing compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals, families, and communities. Elizabeth holds a Master of Education in Clinical Counseling from The Citadel and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a cognate in Special Education from the University of South Carolina. Her extensive professional background includes roles in hospital settings, outpatient mental health centers, private practice, and community outreach programs. Currently, Elizabeth serves as a Licensed Professional Counselor at MUSC Health-Orangeburg,where she specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, conducts behavioral health assessments and develops personalized treatment plans for patients facing anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. She also conducts bariatric psychological evaluations for MUSC Health Midlands, Florence and Lancaster. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has worked with diverse populations, including adolescents, adults, and children. She has held leadership roles in behavioral health clinics, coordinated multidisciplinary treatment teams, and provided crisis intervention services. Elizabeth is committed to fostering a supportive environment for her clients, empowering them with the tools they need to achieve mental and emotional well-being.

Reuben B. Ridgeway, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience helping individuals, families, and communities navigate life's challenges. He specializes in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, and crisis intervention, with extensive expertise in both clinical and forensic psychology. Dr. Ridgeway's career has spanned diverse settings, including outpatient mental health centers, inpatient hospitals, correctional institutions, and military service as a U.S. Air Force Mental Health Clinic Specialist. He has provided testimony in court cases, led training programs for professionals, and supervised treatment teams. Dr. Ridgeway is highly skilled in evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Transactional Analysis, and Rational Emotive Therapy. He is also experienced in psychological assessment, particularly in areas of trauma, substance use, and developmental disorders. Known for his compassionate and practical approach, Dr. Ridgeway empowers clients to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and achieve personal growth. His work blends clinical expertise with genuine care, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.

Devyn Craig is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families on their journey toward healing and personal growth. She earned her Specialist Degree in Counselor Education from the University of South Carolina, specializing in Marriage, Family, and Couples Therapy. Devyn takes an empathetic and client-centered approach, drawing from her training in Brief Solution-Focused and Systemic Therapy. She firmly believes that effective communication is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship-whether with a partner, oneself, or loved ones. With experience in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and family dynamics, Devyn considers it a privilege to walk alongside her clients in their therapeutic journey. Her goal is to empower individuals to unlock their full potential and create meaningful, lasting change.

Alexis Brown is a compassionate and dedicated Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in fast-paced clinical settings. She completed her bachelor of science in Pulbic Health at the College of Charleston in 2020. She then recieved her masters in Physician Assistant Studies from the Medical University of South Carolina in 2024. A native of the Orangeburg area, she grew up in and around the community she now proudly serves. She values clear communication, teamwork, and patient advocacy, and strives to ensure every patient feels seen, supported, and informed during some of their most stressful moments. Alexis is honored to care for the people of Orangeburg and remains passionate about clinical excellence, continual learning, and serving her community with integrity and empathy.