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Erin Smith, LPC, LPCC

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationships Family conflicts Depression
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About me

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Kentucky.. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children both in individual and group settings. I also have experience working with couples and families. Some clinical issues I have the most experience in include addiction, anger management, domestic violence, depression, anxiety, stress management, and trauma.

A main focus in my treatment is establishing a therapeutic relationship with the person first and foremost as I believe having a good connection helps facilitate effective counseling and provides the best outcomes. In therapy, I am supportive, compassionate, and am present with individuals both in times of struggle as well as times of achievement and progress. I make sure to meet each individual where they are at and actively listen to and respect where they would like to see themselves in the future with the help of therapy.

Working collaboratively with individuals on their treatment goals is a priority throughout treatment and I encourage open communication regarding what therapeutic techniques and approaches work best for the person so as to ensure the best therapeutic experience.

My counseling style combines strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, and solution-focused approaches to help individuals achieve their therapeutic goals. Identifying one's strengths and coping skills that can be used to help work through various issues is an important part of my therapy approach.

I truly value each individual therapeutic relationship and fully empathize with the different emotions a client may experience throughout treatment. I believe that each individual has the ability to overcome struggles but that sometimes having additional support in the form of therapy can help one to better identify and recognize the coping skills and strengths they already possess.

You have taken the first step in creating a healthier, happier you and I would be honored to help you in that journey!

Professional experience

7yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Relationships Family conflicts Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

AZ LPC LPC-21945

KY LPCC 251392

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Erin 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 can’t say it enough
She helped me with the most painful experience i had
Love her

Written on Mar 13, 2024 after therapy with Erin for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Thanks for listening and having empathy

Written on Mar 03, 2024 after therapy with Erin for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem

I was very hesitant when joining Betterhelp because I've heard so many mixed reviews but, after being matched up with Erin, I feel like my needs are worthwhile and actually matter. She has such a kind demeanor and really helps me to look at things from all angles to bring the anxiety down. I would recommend her to my twin sister if I had one.

Written on Jan 14, 2024 after therapy with Erin for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

I have done therapy two other times in my life and was about to just give up. My husband pushed me to try again and I am happy I did. Erin has been a great help with understanding why my brain works the way it does.

Written on Dec 17, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Erin has always been so patient and listened to me in every moment I needed her. She has always had a wonderful attitude and brought a very calming presence to our sessions. I cannot recommend her enough!

Written on Nov 30, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 9 months

Very professional, understanding, and kind. The right therapist for me.

Written on Nov 08, 2023 after therapy with Erin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd