Lisa Smith - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

30 years experience

About Lisa Smith

As a licensed therapist with three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, with a compassionate and nuanced approach. I have extensive expertise in helping clients work through social anxiety, mood disorders, grief, and midlife challenges.

My therapeutic style centers on creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I am particularly attuned to the unique needs of older adults and those experiencing isolation, loneliness, and existential concerns.

Drawing from years of clinical experience, I offer evidence-based interventions tailored to each client’s individual journey. My goal is to help you build resilience, understand your emotional patterns, and cultivate a sense of purpose and well-being. I approach each therapeutic relationship with deep respect, empathy, and a commitment to your healing process.

Licenses

LCSW

000597

Professional experience

Addictions
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
LGBT
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Co-morbidity
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Domestic violence
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Social anxiety and phobia

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Highly recommend Lisa!”

“Ms. Smith is a caring, intelligent person who isn't afraid to get into the deep topics, even when I might be.”

“Appreciative of her attentiveness. I think i sound scattered during discussion. Jumping around on topics and thoughts and she focuses and centers me.”

“She has helped me a lot.”

“Love her. Very friendly!”

“Ms. Smith often helps me by reminding me of things I should remember, but lose track of. She helps me by returning my focus to where it should be, as well as seeing things from another perspective. She is at least part critic, coach, and cheerleader.”

“After years of cycling through therapists with BetterHelp, I finally found Lisa. I’ve brought some tough life challenges to the plate and still, I always feel heard, seen, and valued after each session. If you are dealing with stress on many levels and it all feels like too much, Lisa can help guide you to a more peaceful and healthy mindset.”

“I have enjoyed working with Lisa. She is very knowledgeable and understanding. She is one of the easiest people to talk to. :)”

“Lisa is a very kind and caring person that is very easy to talk to. She is helping me to make a lot of progress.”

“Lisa has been amazing. She's been my therapist for a couple years and she understands my concerns. She's friendly, easy to talk to, and very helpful. My experience with betterhelp and Lisa has been fantastic.”

“Lisa is great. Super sharp, very attentive, and helpful to the situation I’m dealing with.”

“Lisa provides exceptional support and understanding. Her knowledge and expertise has been invaluable in my personal journey. I’m grateful for her help!”

“Lisa has really helped get me through some of the most challenging times of my life. I’m very grateful for her counsel and support.”

“Lisa is kind, considerate, compassionate, very wise and patient. She doesn't TELL but she SHOWS how and what and where the most effective approach to healing what hurts can happen. With her help, I have opened doors long since closed and brought light into some very dark areas of my life.”

“Lisa is amazing. She is very kind, compassionate and funny. I highly recommend her.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.