Hi!!
If you struggle with Addiction
If you struggle with maintaining Relationships
If you are struggling with Love and Marriage
If you have decided, you want something different and better and if you have decided you want to find happiness and be your best self.
I am interested in assisting you on your journey with the aforementioned issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Louisiana and the State of Florida. I have worked with Marriage and Family for 13 years, Substance Abuse/Mental Health for 10 years. I have worked with clients with concerns such as depression, anxiety and anger to name a few. I am here to listen to you and offer guidance when you decide you are in need of help finding the next right thing to do. I believe your wellbeing should be controlled by you.
I am a good listener, non-judgmental and empathic. My counseling approach is eclectic using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Psychoeducation to name a few. I will always tailor dialog and treatment planning to meeting your unique and specific concerns. I received my bachelor’s degree in psychology from Troy University and my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from the University of West Florida.
Let me take this time to encourage and applaud you on your decision to seek counseling, for that step takes courage. The reward of a happier, more fulfilling life at the end of this journey far outweighs the struggles that have been impeding your mental well-being. I look forward to reassuring you that people do heal and helping you to create your success story.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
FL LCSW SW15513
LA LCSW 15235
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Gwendolyn 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.
Ms. Gwen listens to my concerns and issues and will guide, make suggestions and will tell me different ways I could’ve responded. She is supportive and always understanding.
Written on Aug 09, 2023 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 10 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
I appreciate Gwen's calmness and kind way she asks questions and directs the conversation. I feel like she really listens to me.
Written on Feb 07, 2023 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, coping with life changes, and adhd
She's fantastic
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very response and able to identify great coping mechanisms for grief and understanding of life.
Written on Sep 27, 2022 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and anger management
Great feedback
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and sleeping disorders
Listens and helps me work through my problems
Written on Sep 12, 2022 after therapy with Gwendolyn for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties