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Delores Smith, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Depression
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About me

I am a clinically trained social worker with more than 40 years of experience. My treatment specialties include depression, anxiety, and grief counseling. I assist with the resolution of work-related concerns. I am also a trained life coach, helping people make decisions related to changes they would like to have in their lives while achieving work/life balance. I also provide behavior modification, problem-solving, and motivation therapy. I work with couples of all kinds, knowing that being a couple or family cannot be defined only in the traditional sense. I take a broad view in this area.

The basis for my efforts is insight therapy. I encourage those who work with me to consider how their decisions and actions enhance or impair the attainment of their goals. This type of understanding is critical for making meaningful life changes.

My work is for and about you! We will go as far and as fast as you are able. Although I offer clarity in recognizing the issues that concern you, I will never take you where you do not want to go. Our work will be free of judgment, allowing you to speak and respond openly. I will always respect you and value what you share with me.

You have made the right decision by embarking on a therapeutic relationship. I hope you choose me to help guide you on that journey.

Professional experience

47yrs in practice

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and Separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Infidelity, Personality Disorders, Women's Issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy

License information

VA LCSW 0904001262

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Delores Smith. 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.

I feel supported and understood. Delores presents suggestions that are not judgemental. She guides me to solutions instead of telling me how to resolve my problems. I appreciate the safe environment she creates that allows me to speak freely.

Written on Feb 24, 2023 after therapy with Delores for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and coping with life changes

Delores is so helpful in helping recognize the origins of anxiety and dismantling irrational thoughts. She provided me with thought provoking questions and helped me see aspects of my perspective that could change in order to be more effective and positive. I really appreciate how in tune she is with negative thought patterns and how to address them. She is an excellent listener and I felt that all of my issues were heard and addressed.

Written on Feb 09, 2023 after therapy with Delores for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Delores is very perceptive and knows the right questions to ask. She is very mature and respectful of her clients, a consummate professional.

Written on Jan 31, 2023 after therapy with Delores for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She is professional knowledgeable and patient

Written on Jan 02, 2023 after therapy with Delores for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd

Deloris is great at listening and giving you an honest opinion. Very helpful and great to work with

Written on Nov 28, 2022 after therapy with Delores for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and anger management

Delores is exactly the type of therapist I need. She is direct, understanding, and encouraging.

Written on Nov 28, 2022 after therapy with Delores for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues