Greetings!
I am Lynn and am a Licensed Professional Counselor as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional as well as certified in Telemental Health through the Telehealth Certification Institute. I have 10 years of experience working with people from 3 -90 years old. With such a wide age range, I have encountered a variety of issues from depression, anxiety , trauma, grief, relationship issues, ADHD, as well as coping with developmental disabilities, to name a few.
Whatever brings you here, I believe that with the right tools and roadmap, people can overcome obstacles to successful living and begin to live the life that brings them fulfillment. I believe that the therapeutic process is a collaborative effort built through an authentic and trusting relationship. That is what drives my style of warm honesty and compassionate regard for individual struggles while seeking the most effective strategies for you, as an individual. When appropriate, I do like to bring humor to the process. A good smile or laugh at ourselves can sometimes bring much healing.
People are my heart and lifework. I consider it an honor to partner with people in their pain and difficulties and see the process of successful internal resolutions come to life! I consider it a privilege to collaborate with others, helping to empower them to become their best!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication Problems, Control Issues, Dependent Personality, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and Shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / Loneliness, Life Purpose, Midlife Crisis, Post-traumatic Stress, Self-Love, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues, Workplace Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mary Lynn 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’ve been with Lynn for 2 years now. She’s very effective in helping me overcome my problems. She doesn’t just listen - Lynn challenges me to be my personal best. I highly recommend her!!!
Written on Nov 12, 2021 after therapy with Mary Lynn for 1 year and 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
I like Mary she is funny and will listen to what I say and give me other way to see stuff
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Mary Lynn for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coaching
Mary Lynn has been invaluable to me. I feel understood, respected, and cared for. She has helped me to grow and heal in so many ways. I can’t recommend her enough!
Written on Apr 27, 2021 after therapy with Mary Lynn for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Lynn has helped to provide so many positive ways to view the most negative of situations I have endured. Her patience and passion are greatly appreciated.
Written on Dec 07, 2020 after therapy with Mary Lynn for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I love her!!!!
Written on Sep 29, 2020 after therapy with Mary Lynn for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues
Mrs. Smith has helped me tremendously through my situation this last mouth. She helps me think through it logically and also provides me with scripture for me to fully understand. She is respectful and understands my feelings. I could have asked for a better counselor to assist me through my current hardships.
Written on Aug 19, 2020 after therapy with Mary Lynn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes