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

Accepting new clients

20 years experience | Intl Clients Welcome

About Theresa Smith

I have been a licensed professional therapist for 19 years I received my Masters degree from Oral Roberts University in 2008. I have vast experience with many behavioral, social and emotional issues. I started my career working with women who were victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. That transitioned into working with male victims and also perpetrators. This taught me how to help men with their emotional issues. Working in this field I came in contact many people who had substance abuse issues so I studied and pursued education and experience with alcohol and drug counseling. I worked in drug court and private substance abuse counseling for the last 9 years, In my practice I have gained experience helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, abandonment, PTSD, grief, attachment, shame and anger issues. My approach is client centered therapy incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion therapy and motivational therapy. I am a Christian. If my clients want spiritual help I will utilize Biblical counseling and prayer. If it will help my patients recover I will utilize it. People who contact counselors for help want to feel safe and respected never shamed or marginalized. I believe they want to be listened to and understood. I treat everyone with compassion . I am looking forward to working with you and helping you discover healthier mental health and a happier life.

Licenses

LPC

LPC04351

Professional experience

Addictions
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Relationship issues
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Gottman Method
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Theresa is an incredibly caring and genuine person who will listen to your concerns and provide the guidance/help that you need. I’ve only just began seeing her as my therapist, but I already feel confident in recommending her to other people. She’s a good person, something that’s hard to find sometimes. She’s listening to understand, not just reply to you.”

“Theresa is a great therapist with lots of knowledge and compassion. I appreciate Theresa’s ability to bring faith into therapy as well as her knowledge around anxiety and strategies to mitigate anxiety.”

“I had my first session with Theresa and it provided me full confidence that I’ll be able to work through any current blockers I am experiencing. She was nice to go over time as I was still sharing information with her! I also appreciate all the practical tips she gave me to practice if anxiety attack happens.”

“Theresa is such a great support and speaking with her each week is such a blessing!”

“Straight to the point, she's great.”

“Theresa smith is absolutely amazing very experienced very understanding and kind have only had three sessions with her and she has already helped me out a lot thank you Theresa smith and better help highly recommend Theresa smith and better help”

“I'm happy I started therapy!”

“She is so kind and understanding. She also gave my lots of tips and resources to help manage my anxiety”

“Theresa is a very active listener. after a couple weeks, my husband and I are communicating better (and our toddler is noticeably happier). We didn’t realize how much our tones or speech was affecting our household. I’m looking forward to continuing our growth as a couple and individually as a mother and wife. Thank you Theresa.”

“Theresa is thoughtful and listens well to every concern and situation. I can count on her for supporting me and giving me some good advice.”

“Theresa is truly great at what she does. She has helped us so much with communication and understanding each other’s needs in only three sessions. Her experience speaks volumes in how she helps you reach your goals and she is a great listener. I would definitely recommend her to a friend, family member or anyone looking for a therapist who can carefully and kindly provide you with good insight and a wealth of knowledge.”

“I have frequently recommended BetterHelp due to the invaluable therapy provided from Theresa! Theresa is always very warm. She has a lot of wisdom in the areas that were described as her specialty including living with past trauma. She has been such a blessing.”

“She’s awesome and. She’s helped me so much”

“She is highly recommended”

“Glad I have some one easy to talk to”

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.