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Dr. Tina Smith, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Tina. View 27 reviews
Great news, Tina is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and Colorado

Recent reviews

Even after just one session, I know that Tina **rocks** because I’ve seen many therapists throughout my life, and she is absolutely one of the best I’ve met with. I don’t think anyone has ever listened to anything I’ve said as kick as Tina. Thank you so much!!!

Reviewed August 2024

I enjoy working with Tina. So far it’s only been a month but she listens and has great advice/ strategies I am working on implementing.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Tina

  • 6 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I have a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the States of Colorado and Texas, US I am a Nationally Certified Counselor in the US, and a Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider in the state of Texas, US. have 6+ years of experience in the mental health counseling field. I use an approach which integrates Choice Theory (understanding that our choices lead to consequences, and everything we do/don't do is still a choice) along with evidence-based Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I strongly believe that the relationship between a client and counselor is the necessary ingredient to support change.

I am competent and experienced in providing professional counseling in clinical, mental health counseling; correctional counseling; sexual abuser specific counseling; adult and juvenile; sexual addictions; adjustment to major life changes; personality disorders; relationship and communication counseling.

I have experience and training in online and face to face environments and believe in the “meet them where they are” strengths-based approach to counseling. With experience providing counseling services to individuals, juveniles, and groups, I have worked with clients experiencing active suicidality and suicidal ideation, as well as with clients with active hallucinations and delusions. I have experience with clients from many cultures, races, and ethnicities. These include but are not limited to members of the BIPOC community, LGBTQIA+ communities, and clients with varied religious and legal backgrounds.

I have extensive experience working with sexual abusers, including those with active psychopathy and those with developmental delays. I hold sexual abuser specific licensure. Additionally, I have completed level one Gottman Method couples counseling and enjoy working with partners looking to expand their relationships into ones of mutual respect and joy.

Working with clients to help them find their answers to their questions is a joy. Watching change unfold and people find their path through pain, fear, and hopelessness is an ongoing benefit of working in the counseling field.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Relationship issues Parenting issues Coping with life changes Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Compassion fatigue ADHD Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Communication problems Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Dr. Tina Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932879236.

  • LPC · Texas · 82310 · Expires August 2025
  • LPC · Colorado · 0018507 · Expires August 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 Dr. Tina Smith

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

Overall rating:

4.5

27 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Recommend Wonderful Easy Grateful Helped Easy to talk Comfortable Helpful

Even after just one session, I know that Tina **rocks** because I’ve seen many therapists throughout my life, and she is absolutely one of the best I’ve met with. I don’t think anyone has ever listened to anything I’ve said as kick as Tina. Thank you so much!!!

Reviewed August 2024

I enjoy working with Tina. So far it’s only been a month but she listens and has great advice/ strategies I am working on implementing.

Reviewed May 2024

Tina really listens and can often pinpoint my concerns before I even know what my concern is myself. She helps guide me and provides the right kind of support to help me identify issues instead of just spoon-feeding me answers. Tina is just really great overall and I'm glad I found her.

Reviewed March 2024

Tina listens and gives good objective feed back. She is kind and understanding.

Reviewed January 2024

A wonderful person and professional who listens with empathy and helps kindly, never pushing or insisting. I'm loving her!

Reviewed April 2022

Would recommend. She is a professional of the highest degree and takes the time to get to connect and understand her patients.

Reviewed November 2023

She’s so great and understanding. She knows how to explain your situation in a way that you will realize whats going on in your life.

Reviewed November 2023

I love her!

Reviewed November 2023

She is an amazing person. She not only listens and offers great advice, she has a great sense of humor. I also love how blunt she can be when I need her to be.

Reviewed September 2023

Tina is great, she’s easy to talk to and is effective at getting the root of the problem. I made leaps and bounds with her support.

Reviewed February 2023

Wouldn’t be where I am now without her. I can talk to her about anything. Some times I’m tired, or feel like putting sessions off because I think therapy isn’t not working- those are the best days when you power through. Thank you Tina.

Reviewed April 2023

She listens to me well and gives me very constructive feedback and help for my issues

Reviewed February 2023

Tina is pleasant and very available. I don’t feel like she was a good match for me-I and a lot of complex problems and her solutions were very simplistic and many I had already tried. I think I needed a therapist with more experience with panic disorder.

Reviewed January 2023

I was nervous to do do this and Tina made me feel comfortable. She is very knowledgeable and has been helpful. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed January 2023

In just a few sessions, Tina has made me feel heard, validated and understood. She seems to understand what I have been going through from a simple conversation. She had also provided excellent strategies for me for dealing with occasional anxiety and panic. Her methods are gentle yet empowering and she understands the deep impact of toxic/abusive relationships.

Reviewed December 2022

Wonderful therapist! I really enjoy our weekly meetings and feel like she has helped me alot!

Reviewed December 2022

I've only met with Tina twice, but I already feel like she is helping me get through some difficult things in my life. Per my request, she gives me weekly 'homework' to help me work on different techniques between sessions. I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed November 2022

I feel very comfortable talking to my therapist Tina Smith, she reassures me that my feelings are normal.

Reviewed November 2022

Tina has been wonderful! She is no nonsense and really helps me get to the root of my issues. She is kind and compassionate. I am very glad that I found her.

Reviewed September 2022

Tina was very quick receptive to the wall of text I sent her when I first matched with her, giving her a clear picture of where I was coming from, and every one of our video sessions since have been informative and helpful.

Reviewed July 2022

Tina is great to chat to …. Easy to converse with & says what I need to hear without making me feel like my thoughts are silly …. Gives good advice!

Reviewed June 2022

Tina has really been a godsend. She connected dots I didn’t even think were possible to connect and has helped me drastically get my life back on track. Extremely grateful for her and BetterHelp

Reviewed March 2022

I've only been working with Tina for a short while, but she's been great! She is very dedicated, and I can tell she is really listening to what I have to say. She doesn't beat around the bush, but is very supportive: she encourages me out of my comfort zone, without being pushy. She's very friendly and easy to talk to, even when I struggle with communicating in English. I am very grateful for having been matched with her and highly recommend Tina for everyone!

Reviewed March 2022

She is great!! she knew what I am going through from bullet points, she is direct to the point and very supportive, friendly, easy to talk to. I am glad that she became my therapist and I would recommend her to everyone!

Reviewed January 2022

I’ve had two therapists through BetterHelp and Tina is absolutely AWESOME! I appreciate her so much. And she helps me stay aligned to my fast paced business and struggles with using sex as my stress coping mechanism. We’ve accomplished a lot in our time and I’m grateful to be guided by her

Reviewed December 2021

Tina is a wonderful therapist. She has helped me overcome some of my biggest issues. She is a great listener and has great expertise in her field. I would recommend Tina to anyone.

Reviewed December 2021

I have only been seeing Tina Martinez for a short time now, but so far it's been great! She has listened very carefully to me about what I want from therapy and has given me great insight and wonderful suggestions.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Tina Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Dr. Tina 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 Dr. Tina Smith speak?

Dr. Tina Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Dr. Tina Smith have?

Dr. Tina Smith has 6 years of experience.

Where is Dr. Tina Smith licensed to practice?

Dr. Tina Smith is licensed to practice in Texas and Colorado.

Does Dr. Tina Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Dr. Tina Smith accepts 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 Dr. Tina Smith offer?

Dr. Tina Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Dr. Tina Smith?

Dr. Tina 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 Dr. Tina Smith?

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