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Virginia Smith, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Virginia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Virginia. View 4 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Virginia, in many ways, has been a gateway for me to initiate my own healing. I love how she is solution oriented. Whatever problem I have she treats like an irritating obstacle that together we can move out of the way, rather than some burdensome equation that needs solving. That approach has helped me gain control of my anxiety in ways where now I am able to stop the spiraling.

Reviewed May 2021

She's amazing. A friend and a coach

Reviewed May 2021

More about Virginia

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello, My Name, is Virginia Smith, and I have a passion to help each person that I encounter to live their daily life to the fullest in all aspect of their lives. It is my desire to provide an avenue that leads to the discovery of one’s inert desire to overcome obstacles, laugh a little harder, engage in meaningful relationships and to see life’s journey with its up and downs as a onetime adventure in their life. Life’s journey is unpredictable, and we meet various landmarks some that are memorable and challenging and celebratory that we reflect on with a smile on our face. However, there other landmarks represented by grief, trauma, abuse, disappointment, anxiety and depression that we need a road map of supportive.

Subscribing to the therapeutic techniques in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Therapy, I strive to have a deep understand of your concerns, and your success and learn your strengths to map out life coping skills to have practical solutions to aid on your journey.

During our sessions together you will find that support, understanding and hope. Each milestone will be taken in considerations, your goals, your emotions, your thoughts, your dreams and your strength at the forefront.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression Family conflicts Anger management Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Life purpose Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Self-love Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Virginia Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942759204.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW11933 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Virginia Smith

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

4 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Helped Anxiety Easy Great Guidance Healing Insightful Recommend Great listener

Virginia, in many ways, has been a gateway for me to initiate my own healing. I love how she is solution oriented. Whatever problem I have she treats like an irritating obstacle that together we can move out of the way, rather than some burdensome equation that needs solving. That approach has helped me gain control of my anxiety in ways where now I am able to stop the spiraling.

Reviewed May 2021

She's amazing. A friend and a coach

Reviewed May 2021

Virgina is amazing. She represents all and more than I hoped to gain from betterhelp.

Reviewed August 2020

Virginia has provided insightful feedback and guidance which has helped me to make progress from our very first session. She is kind, easy to to talk too, and a great listener. I look forward to speaking with her and I would highly recommend.

Reviewed July 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Virginia Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Virginia Smith works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Virginia Smith speak?

Virginia Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Virginia Smith have?

Virginia Smith has 18 years of experience.

Where is Virginia Smith licensed to practice?

Virginia Smith is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Virginia Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Virginia Smith does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Virginia Smith offer?

Virginia Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Virginia Smith?

Virginia Smith can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Virginia Smith?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.