Elizabeth Smith

(MA, NCC, LPC)
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About Me

My name is Elizabeth “Liz” Smith. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, and a National Certified Counselor. I completed my master's degree in professional counseling at Waynesburg University in 2010 as a nontraditional student.

I have primarily worked with those who have struggled with depression, anxiety, career issues, mood dysregulation, relationship and couple problems, and other life challenges presented by any type of life being disordered. I have completed 42 hours of training in EMDR therapy and am currently under supervision towards obtaining certification to help clients struggling with symptoms related to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). I have worked with many families and children on the autism spectrum and have been told that my insight is helpful. I have obtained Specialized Family Therapy Certification and training to provide Co-Parenting, Trans-Parenting, and Re-unification services. Finally, I have also studied and provided grief and loss approaches in counseling.

As a therapist, I walk alongside and focus on each person’s specific identified needs and I adjust my style accordingly. In addition to trauma evidence-based approaches, I tend to draw from client centered, solution focused, strength based and motivational approaches. Many of my clients have reported experiencing increased positive self-image, freedom from emotions tied to traumatic memories, and improved constructive communication and coping skills.

I am down to earth and approachable. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, and without judgement, accepted and understood. I will check and respond to messages at least twice daily, six days a week. I will offer live chat, phone sessions and occasional video sessions weekly, mostly between the hours of 8 AM and 6 PM on identified days of the week.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief
  • Parenting issues
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 10

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LPC #PC006945 (Expires: 2023-02-28)

Reviews

Written by G.E. on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd

I have been working with Elizabeth for a few months in therapy and at first I was skeptical about the process of matching with a counselor online. My initial reservations were quickly dismissed as we’ve built a string rapport and I’ve made more progress in focusing and accomplishing therapeutic goals than any with past therapists . I look forward to navigating a major life transition and a new path with Elizabeth”s support.

Written by T.R. on Nov 13, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and career difficulties

Liz is great. She is non judgmental, very caring, and kind. She has always been there for me and I appreciate the fact that I can message her anytime and always gets back to me. I had a very difficult experience lately and she did a video chat, unscheduled, with me to see what was wrong.I would recommend her to anyone.

Written by L.A. on Nov 08, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Liz does a great job, I really relate to her and her to me. She makes me look at things from a different perspective and I like that

Written by S.U. on Oct 29, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and adhd

Very knowledgeable and has a kind and friendly demeanor. Very understanding and easy to talk to.

Written by C.H. on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

She help me get through the process of dealing with my mom‘s passing. Very helpful and kind woman

Written by K.A. on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Such a great person to bot only decompress but also receive great advice and insight! She definitely helped me understand my situation in a very different way! Super helpful!

Written by T.I. on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Elizabeth is kind, patient and caring. I really appreciate her advice and helpful tools when I’m feeling a bit scattered in stressful situations. Already noticing a change in my behavior and awareness.

Written by B.R. on Jul 27, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and anger management

Elizabeth Smith takes time to listen to my concerns and gives me helpful ways to deal with my stress and anxiety.

Written by M.E. on Jul 21, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Elizabeth has been very kind the first couple of sessions. I’m so thankful for her !

Written by A.S. on Jul 21, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 9 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, anger management, coaching, and adhd

Liz is always ready to listen and explain ways to cope and deal. She teaches you to have a different perspective and helps you find your own truth and your own answers. She is the best

Written by B.I. on Jun 27, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

I didn't end up spending a lot of time working with Liz before my life circumstances changed such that I no longer needed therapy, but in our sessions she made an effort to quickly but gently get directly to the root of the problem, and was able to give me actionable advice that helped me out.

Written by S.A. on May 20, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

she has truly helped change my life

Written by M.O. on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue

Though I am only a few sessions in, I feel comfortable opening up to Liz. Her advice and perspective has been insightful into recognizing what I am dealing with, and how to make steps toward healing have already been helping. I am thankful to have her as my therapist.

Written by J.E. on Apr 14, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Felt an immediate connection with Liz. I’m all over the place with my thoughts and feelings sometimes. Liz has been doing an excellent job navigating and sifting her way through my surface issues and is working with me on getting to the roots of my problems. She is pure awesomeness!

Written by B.L. on Apr 05, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Liz is awesome. She has a way of going deep and asking things that you didn’t know were bothering you! I enjoy working with her!

Written by L.A. on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues

Elizabeth is a great listener. She makes you really reflect on yourself and cause you to dig deep and find the root of what’s going on.

Written by E.M. on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

I joined Betterhelp and had two counselors prior to Elizabeth who weren’t very responsive. She had been wonderful in seeing my struggle and checking on me a lot in between scheduled weekly sessions. She sends me valuable information and worksheets to help me work through things on my own and is a great listener. People in my life are seeing positive changes in me after only a couple of weeks during a period of tremendous change and difficulty in my life, so I am very happy with the experience!

Written by S.A. on Mar 12, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks

Elizabeth is very supportive.

Written by R.I. on Feb 12, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

Liz is truly the most helpful, insightful counselor that I’ve ever seen. She is also one of the kindest, most caring people I’ve ever met. She has helped me look at my worries in a different way. I’m so lucky to have met her.

Written by L.A. on Feb 11, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Elizabeth has been the kindest, most effective counselor I’ve ever worked with. She is great at what she does and truly cares.

Written by J.E. on Feb 08, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes

Elizabeth is always checking in and following up. She informed me of her availability since day 1. Looking forward to working with her more!

Written by E.L. on Jan 10, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

Elizabeth Smith is fantastic! I don’t think I red the first question correctly so please disregard it :)

Written by K.I. on Nov 23, 2020 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, anger management, and compassion fatigue

Elizabeth has been a great source to bounce ideas off of and to gain different perspectives on a situation. She is caring and compassionate.

Written by K.A. on Nov 16, 2020 after therapy with Elizabeth for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Liz is incredible. She helps me to reflect and is the perfect guide in how to navigate my issues. She acts as a sounding board while still helping me and guiding me.