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Sometimes you need help and can't manage all by yourself. Sometimes you need objective, compassionate, and professional advice that will help you gain insight and courage to make changes in your life so that can live a full and rewarding life. Sometimes you need to be reminded that you are a wonderful unique person with gifts and talents yet to be realized.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a deep desire to help individuals overcome their mental and emotional problems using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approach . Your thoughts are the drivers of who you are and what you can become and do. Negative thoughts can sabotage your life in many areas - your well being, your relationships, your career, your past, your present and your future. I would find it a pleasure to help you capture those negative thoughts, feelings and behavior patterns that keep you from your best using cognitive behavioral strategies that have been scientifically proven to be successful.
I also like to help my clients understand from a scientific perspective just what is going on in their brain-feelings-body in simple terms so that as they learn/practice coping skills that help them to make sense of the reasons they got stuck in the first place - and gain insight into learning/growing from their past pain.
I have been working in the mental health field for over 14 years. I graduated from The University of Houston-Victoria with a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology. I have worked at the Fort Bend County Juvenile Probation Psychological Division, Texana Center, Baylor College of Medicine, BetterHelp, Faithful Counseling, Teladoc and Amwell.
I firmly believe that no matter who you are - what your age - it is never too late to go for your dreams. You are Unique! You have Purpose! Let me help you to uncover the wonderful parts of you that have been covered by the misfortunes that inevitably occur in life.
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kimberley Smith-Maxwell. 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 tell that Kimberly is very well educated and has the skills to help me. She is honest and sincere. I feel comfortable with Kimberly.
Written on Jan 19, 2024 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues
Kimberley has been a great asset to my life and I look forward to our weekly video calls to be guided in the right direction.
Written on Jan 07, 2023 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kimberly is the best I have recommended friends to her. She has a strong faith has no problem incorporating prayer into a session and she is one of the reasons I have survived the last two years of my life.
Written on Oct 15, 2022 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 year and 1 month
I have only been with Kim for a few weeks and already I realize somethings about myself that I didn’t think about before.
She has been very comfortable to talk to for myself and I am thankful to have had such an amazing opportunity.
Written on Oct 29, 2021 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks
Kimberly is a gem!! She’s very patient and helpful when I’m all over the place, in my feelings, having anxiety. She has helped me so much through a very stressful stage of my life. Thank you!!
Written on Jun 14, 2021 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kim is so kind and remembers small details really well! It’s so nice because I feel like I don’t have to repeat myself all the time
Written on Apr 07, 2021 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kimberley meets me were I am providing Support and Perspective. She helps be find the best parts of me and uncovers my voice. Sometimes I don’t have a lot to work on but need to know I have someone that understands.
Written on Sep 25, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coaching
Kimberley has helped me through some really difficult times. I am so grateful to have someone that can help me unpack whatever I am dealing with!
Written on Aug 06, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 year and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
She has shown me ways to work on myself and to not continue to be a codependent person. Her words and guidance has been very helpful.
Written on Jun 06, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and anger management
I've been working with Kimberly Maxwell off and on for quite some time. She's very accommodating when it comes to our appointments. We work well together and Kimberly usually gives me a few options on handling a problem I might have. I like the fact that her faith is strong and that she uses it in her counseling. Which makes a big difference in how successful our sessions are. I would recommend Kimberly Maxwell to anyone in need of help.
Written on Mar 25, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
She is absolutely wonderful. She loves to help meet your reason you came to better help. She loves to crack a few good jokes when appropriate which in my case I loved. I needed that occasional smile with how deep some of my scars and battles were. She worked well around my 2 jobs and was understanding when I was running a little behind due to work. It was easy to talk to her and with her with her sweet and very genuine caring personality. She felt like a close mom or older sister looking out for me and there for me in every way possible. I have no doubt she would have hugged me a few times if it were possible. She is still my councilor, but a friend/sister/mom. If it makes sense, she balanced all of that well on how and when to respond this or that way. She would see where I'm at in a situation I'm sharing with her and I liked how open and honest she was about other possibilities, perspectives etc in situation to help me understand more than just where I'm coming from. She really is helpful and loving. She is there for her clients 1000% muah :-*
Written on Jan 28, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I really like Kimberley; she has lots of patience with me. I'm a mess and I can tell the difference when I am able to work with her and when I'm not able. Sometimes I can't pay and I can tell that I'm not the same, not nearly as positive. She's a great help to me. The counselors through my insurance do NOTHING except prescribe meds, there is not talking, no listening, just pills. That's why I like this better; I get to have an exchange of words which is more of what I need instead of drugs.
Written on Jan 17, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties
Life changing experience!
Written on Jan 13, 2020 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Amazing! Really listens and helps over solutions. Provides tools to educate and practice better habits.
Written on Dec 20, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
She’s a wonderful listener and provides valuable resources and insights for everything we discuss.
Written on Dec 07, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months
Kimberley is helpful, kind, and always there. Definitely recommend.
Written on Oct 18, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
Kimberley has helped me in just a span of a couple of weeks. She knows what I need even when I don't think I need it. She's supportive and understanding toward how I'm feeling and what I'm going through.
Written on Oct 03, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I have been so blessed in having Kim as my counselor, and have recommended BetterHelp to many people.
Written on Aug 13, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kim has been a great help to me. She seems to really understand my situation and has truly been an inspiration in my lowest time. I would highly recommend her as a counselor.
Written on Jun 14, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
I really love her way that she helps me deal with these outbreaks I've had.
Written on Jun 02, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Kimberley Smith-Maxwell is caring and understanding. She easily explains how emotions and behaviors are related together and has helped put me on the path to better eating habits. She interacts not just during session, but if I send a message or finish a worksheet she's there to cheer me on or help me through navigate. I'm very impressed with the format of Betterhelp and so thankful for this platform for counseling.
Written on Mar 18, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 5 months on issues concerning depression, eating disorders, and self esteem
I'm so thankful for Kim! She's helped me believe in myself and grow into who I was always made to be!
Written on Mar 17, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 4 months
Kimberly is a fantastic counselor. I look forward to our sessions despite my depression, which generally causes me to never look forward to anything. I highly recommend working with her.
Written on Mar 14, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 months on issues concerning depression
Shes wonderful!
Written on Feb 12, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Kim has helped me in so many ways! She's been there to listen and lend an ear. She is an amazing counselor and anyone who is able to get her is very fortunate!
Written on Jan 25, 2019 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is fantastic. She really listens and helps me understand my issues from a more positive perspective and it really has helped me become a more positive person.
Written on Dec 11, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and bipolar disorder
Kim responded to my request once I was registered. I had not sought out counseling before so she made me feel at ease. Once we communicated she understood my needs. I appreciated her input and suggestions.
Written on Nov 15, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
I really like Kim. She’s understanding and is helping me a lot help and come with myself and what I’m going through. A very wonderful person.
Written on Oct 12, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Working with Kimberley Smith-Maxwell has been a very positive experience. She is both supportive and insightful, and is consistently available. She has been especially helpful in rephrasing to clarify and help me understand what I’m experiencing and feeling.
Written on Sep 17, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months
I like having Mrs Maxwell as my counselor because I don't feel judged for being in the place that I was when I do first started counseling through better help. I told her I've seen unusual things before and that I've been through some visually and mentally challenging events that I usually don't feel comfortable talking about with anybody else as it would make me feel that I would be a freak or an outcast for being mentally ill the way that I had been before, and even then when I talk about what I've experienced, I feel listened to, I feel considered, and I feel comfortable to mention that I feel I'm actually getting better. Talking about what's going on with me through BetterHelp helps me build a sense of understanding through, according to Maxwell, scientific approaches to understanding what really goes on in my mind.
Written on Sep 11, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, sleeping, parenting, self esteem, and bipolar
Kim is my voice of reason. She knows what I'm trying to get across and knows exactly what to say. She nurtures without being a coddler. I am already a better person by working with her.
Written on Sep 02, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family, grief, sleeping, parenting, and anger
She was a wonderful counselor and really gave me insight to what I am going through. She always responded in a timely manner and addressed any questions or concerns I had. She really understood my situation and gave me methods to cope with everything I am going through. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Aug 18, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 5 days on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, sleeping, self esteem, and anger
Very understanding and helpful.
Written on Jul 23, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, eating, self esteem, and anger
Kim came to my aid at a low point in my life when my dad was ill and slipping into dementia that included saying some hurtful things to me. I was able to talk through, via texting at my request, the story and have found it relieved the anxiety I was experiencing. I found a compromise with him that allows me to visit with him when my sister is there - she calls me on FaceTime and I get a chance to visit with him. But I've removed myself from trying to listen to him when he slips into dementia and i try to make sense of what he is saying only to realize that he isn't thinking clearly. I feel like I have peace again thanks to the Lord using Kim in my life. I highly recommend her if you are struggling with an issue. She is compassionate and thoughtful.
Written on Jul 22, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and grief
In the short time I have been in contact with her, I have found her to have a quick response time, to have a good feel for my situation and primary concerns, and to be truthful in her assessment of the issues we have discussed. I plan to continue my time with her as it has helped me in a very short period to start turning things around in my life.
Written on Jul 18, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks
Kimberley has been a blessing in my life. I have done lots of counseling with psychologists, in person, and was a bit worried about online counseling as I don't usually do much online to begin with - in terms of social lifestyle. I was pleasantly surprised to see that it was very much like traditional face to face counseling but with a written record that I could go back to read for encouragement and techniques. This way I don't have to book or schedule any specific time or be on call with my feelings when a traditional appointment is booked. Having a place to dump all my thoughts on and get a response within 24 - 48 hours is so helpful. It's like having an emergency counselor on call for me and has really helped me to be honest about my feelings.
Another wonderful thing about Kimberley is that she has a very personal way of relating back to what I have told her and being reflective in her response with care. I am very blessed to have found this method and Kimberley and I look forward to hearing back from her always.
Written on Jul 13, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks
Kimberly is very attentive, responsive, and resourceful. I feel like my issues are definitely taken care of with her help.
Written on Jul 05, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger
Working with Kimberley these past couple of months has been amazing. I've learned things about my own thoughts, emotions and feelings that I didn't even know about myself because nobody has ever thought to ask me the questions that she did. She's taught me and helped me to understand my thoughts and emotions, accept them, rewire them, combat them when I need to. She's helped me to be able to live my life and feel my emotions, all of them, in a healthy way, instead of resorting to being numb and not allowing myself to feel anything at all like I've done in the past.
Written on May 08, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Miss Kim is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I am slowly learning and healing a lot because of her. I am blessed to have her in my life.
Written on Apr 29, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related, sleeping, self esteem, and bipolar
Kimberly has helped me so very much. She is quick to respond and always listens to my concerns and has suggestions to address them.
Written on Apr 18, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, parenting, and self esteem
I have loved emailing with Kimberley Smith-maxwell, she is so understanding and helps me deal with my anxiety. I highly recommend her.
Written on Apr 04, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months
Kimberly Smith-Maxwell is awesome. She listens well and replies quickly. I think she understands what I am going thru and asks questions often. This therapist sends worksheets so I can educate myself more.
Written on Feb 08, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 4 months
I was so glad to have Kimberly as a counselor. I feel like she listened to everything i said, not just the big things. She sent wonderful resources and did a great job of helping me recognize and identify emotions and issues I didn't even know I was having which helped me deal with them better. I loved how she referred to God and prayer and really understood my faith and my journey with God.
Written on Jan 20, 2018 after therapy with Kimberley for 4 months
She is great! Helping me with all my little problems :-) Highly recommended.
Written on Sep 21, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping, parenting, self esteem, anger, and career
Kimberley was a great help. I needed someone to listen and she was an active and caring listener.
Written on Sep 09, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression
Kimberley is really really kind and knows how to respond to me as a client even when anxiety and stress levels are very high and I feel like I can't cope. I love her professionalism and dedication to providing helpful tips to manage these things.
Written on Aug 15, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family, trauma and abuse, eating, sleeping, self esteem, and career
Kimberly was a very sweet counselor. She listened very intently and offered some very helpful advice. If she was local, I would absolutely hire her.
Written on Aug 03, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and sleeping
Kimberley is very awesome.
Written on Jul 07, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, grief, self esteem, and bipolar
Kimberley has been amazing in speaking with me. I have found it very calming to find someone to speak to that is so understanding and calm. All of the information she has provided me with has been very helpful, and I am happy to know I can send her a message when I need to.
Written on May 25, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleeping, self esteem, and career
Very Helpful! Asks great questions to keep the conversation going. I feel as though she truly cares and listens.
Written on May 17, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship, family, and self esteem
Excellent counseler who provided a way for me to express and search my feelings and issues. She provided honest and non-biased feedback that was very helpful. If I need help again, I will request her counseling.
Written on Apr 21, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 month on issues concerning depression, parenting, and self esteem
Very good counselor. She is helping me on my anxiety, and I'm getting through it. I totally recommend her.
Written on Apr 19, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I think she's really great. Kimberly not only listened to me but she changed her approach to me after I felt like I was blowing her off. She kept me coming back, and after wanting to quit BetterHelp I think she gave me some hope to hold onto.
Written on Apr 17, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating, sleeping, self esteem, and anger
Very attentive. Is very helpful
Written on Apr 11, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family, parenting, self esteem, and anger
Kimberley is a very kind counselor. She penetrates the essence of the problem, I recommend her!
Written on Mar 31, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
She has been a great, attentive and kind counselor. I am very happy with her.
Written on Feb 08, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Kimberly is a wonderful lady, she gives lengthly replies and really listens and takes everything in. She's very understanding and put me at ease when I felt anxious. I'd recommend Kimberly to help you along the way with your journey.
Written on Feb 06, 2017 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping, and self esteem
Kimberley was a great counselor. I truly enjoyed my sessions with her.
Written on Dec 15, 2016 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, intimacy-related, eating, and bipolar
After searching for counselors familiar with bipolar disorder, divorce, anxiety and depression, I was assigned Kimberley. I couldn't ask for a better counselor. We hit it off the bat immediately. She has helped increase my self esteem and work on my insecurities.
After a few questions, she immediately saw my needs and wants and has already helped me to quickly change some bad habits.
I'm already calmer, less anxious and more able to move on from a divorce thanks to Kimberley Smith Maxwell. I'd highly recommend her.
Written on Jun 24, 2016 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, self esteem, bipolar, and depression
Kim is a compassionate listener with excellent skills for identifying core issues and helping one explore them. She makes me feel comfortable to share even my most painful troubles.
Written on May 05, 2016 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career, and depression
Kimberley is the best person I have had the privilege and opportunity to work with me. Her response are sincere and she listens well and reads all of my very long emails. Bless her heart I appreciate her sincere replies, heart and good advice to help me sort my feeling and the emotions I struggle to understand and get through. I am so thankful God sent her to me. I highly recommend BetterHelp and Kimberly Smith Maxwell.
Written on May 02, 2016 after therapy with Kimberley for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, family, parenting, self esteem, anger, bipolar, and depression
Kim is an amazing counselor and truly cares about what you're going through. She helped me get out of a rut and she made counseling so personal and enjoyable while offering so much wisdom! I'm thankful to have found such an inspirational counselor on BetterHelp!
Written on Feb 16, 2016 after therapy with Kimberley for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career, and depression
I have really enjoyed my sessions with Kimberley Smith-Maxwell. She is very caring, kind and encouraging. She has given me several tools already that I know I will use for a lifetime. I plan to continue our sessions, she is wonderful.
Written on Jan 06, 2016 after therapy with Kimberley for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship, family, grief, eating, sleeping, self esteem, anger, bipolar, and depression
I have enjoyed talking with Kim and have felt both comforted and challenged by her replies.
Written on Nov 17, 2015 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship, grief, self esteem, career, and depression
Amazing. Really set me at ease and made be hope again.
Written on Oct 20, 2015 after therapy with Kimberley for 1 month
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