Hello! If you are reading this then it means you are somewhere along the way to seeking therapy - welcome, it's great you are here! Making the decision to talk through personal challenges and struggles with someone takes courage and while it can be a hard step to take, it opens the door to positive and profound change.
If you are looking to heal, let's talk. If you are struggling with life transitions or challenges that seem insurmountable, let's talk. If you are wanting to gain a fresh perspective or make some difficult changes, let's talk.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Missouri and have been providing mental health support there and overseas since 2009. I have worked in a variety of settings including outreach centers for survivors of violence, a university counseling center and private practice, and have had the opportunity to work with people of all ages and various nationalities.
I practice using a strengths-based approach, focusing on a person's resilience and building on the strengths they possess (we all have strengths, sometimes we are just so overwhelmed by life we are not able to see them clearly). Over the course of therapy I incorporate elements of cognitive behavioral, trauma-focused, solution focused and person-centered therapy. Therapy is not one size fits all and thus the therapeutic process is tailored to meet individual needs.
It is truly a privilege to be present with someone on their path of self-discovery and change and I look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Career difficulties, Compassion fatigue, Blended Family Issues, Codependency, Communication Problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and Separation, Domestic Violence, Expats, Family Problems, Guilt and Shame, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MO LCSW 2012004769
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Anna (Kate) Smart. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Kate is very kind and understanding, she give you a feeling it’s someone you know for ages, the one person you call when in trouble - that always says what’s right
Written on Nov 15, 2022 after therapy with Anna (Kate) for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I have not had a positive experience with the first therapist assigned to me, and I am glad that I was not discouraged and decided to contact Kate. I have been working with her for over six months now, and she is fantastic, supportive, understanding and encouraging. I feel safe and comfortable talking to her.
I highly recommend her!
Written on Oct 12, 2022 after therapy with Anna (Kate) for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
I feel understood and never judged. She is respectful and very encouraging. She helps me feel empowered. I recommend 100%
Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Anna (Kate) for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Kate Smart is pretty awesome. This is my third round with her for different concerns--she's very versatile from relationship and love advice to post accident trauma. Very sympathetic and wise.
Written on Jul 20, 2022 after therapy with Anna (Kate) for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I reeeealy appreciate the way she helps guide me thru my emotions.
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Anna (Kate) for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Kate has taken the time to listen to my concerns and guided me to better coping techniques. I highly recommend partnering with her when navigating life’s changes.
Written on Jun 30, 2022 after therapy with Anna (Kate) for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, career difficulties, and coping with life changes