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Theresa Smith, LPC

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma, Abuse Anger management Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

I have been a licensed professional therapist for 14 years I received my Masters degree from Oral Roberts University in 2008. I have vast experience with many behavioral, social and emotional issues. I started my career working with women who were victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. That transitioned into working with male victims and also perpetrators. This taught me how to help men with their emotional issues. Working in this field I came in contact many people who had substance abuse issues so I studied and pursued education and experience with alcohol and drug counseling. I worked in drug court and private substance abuse counseling for the last 9 years, In my practice I have gained experience helping people with depression, anxiety, trauma, abandonment, PTSD, grief, attachment, shame and anger issues. My approach is client centered therapy incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion therapy and motivational therapy. I am a Christian. If my clients want spiritual help I will utilize Biblical counseling and prayer. If it will help my patients recover I will utilize it. People who contact counselors for help want to feel safe and respected never shamed or marginalized. I believe they want to be listened to and understood. I treat everyone with compassion . I am looking forward to working with you and helping you discover healthier mental health and a happier life.

Professional experience

18yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma, Abuse Anger management Depression

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Women's issues, Workplace issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

OK LPC LPC04351

Reviews

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Theresa has been extremely helpful to me! She listened intently and assisted me with exercises in my journey towards strengthening my mental health. Her expertise is second to none! Highly recommend!!!

Written on Sep 24, 2024 after therapy with Theresa for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem

Theresa was very helpful. She really listened and made really helpful suggestions.

Written on Apr 11, 2024 after therapy with Theresa for 4 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management

Theresa is awesome!

Written on Mar 05, 2024 after therapy with Theresa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coaching

She is a very kind and compassionate listener.

Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Theresa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coaching

Theresa is a very great listener. She gently pushes me to keep talking through what's going on in my mind even when I don't have all the words to express it. Her advice and guidance has been very helpful.

Written on Feb 19, 2024 after therapy with Theresa for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Theresa listens very well and understands how I am feeling. She helps me to be able to talk about how I am feeling in a positive way

Written on Feb 15, 2024 after therapy with Theresa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and compassion fatigue