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Rayland Smith, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Rayland 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 Rayland. View 6 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Colorado

Recent reviews

Rayland has been very friendly, understanding and professional. He has listened well and has given us things to think about before our next session. I don't feel like the world's worst mom anymore. I feel like he will be able to give us some new tools to help in our relationship.

Reviewed August 2022

I feel comfortable talking with him and I feel that the ideas, perspectives, and exercises he provides are helpful. I've noticed improvements in my ability to cope with stress and anxiety since I started working with him!

Reviewed June 2022

More about Rayland

  • 17 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am a licensed professional counselor in Colorado with 16 years of experience. I have worked with a wide range of individuals across the lifespan, in a variety of settings (e.g. private practice, hospital, community mental health, medical clinic--integrated care), with a diversity of concerns to include, depression/anxiety, psychosis, conflict resolution and family/relationship concerns, adult ADHD, parenting, trauma and many other types of issues.

My approach to therapy is empathic, holistic, warm and interactive and strengths based. I believe in every client’s ability to choose their path, and will with compassion and hope, help you begin the often-difficult process of recovery and healing. Although I draw upon many evidenced based theories, I most often utilize rational emotive-behavioral and cognitive-behavioral, insight oriented, existential and solutions focused theories in a brief modality, depending on the nature of the concerns. I believe a lot of positive work can be done in brief therapy.

I also believe wellness encompasses many facets, such as physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual. I respectfully and comfortably explore these facets as appropriate. I will tailor the therapeutic process to meet your needs.

If you are ready to begin this process I am here to empower and support you. I look forward to walking the path of change and recovery together.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Grief Depression Compassion fatigue Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sex addiction Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Rayland Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255615480.

  • LPC · Colorado · LPC.0011961 · 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 Rayland Smith

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

Overall rating:

5.0

6 reviews

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Clients mention: Anxiety Comfortable Easy Excellent Helped Helpful Knowledgeable Perfect Professional Thankful

Rayland has been very friendly, understanding and professional. He has listened well and has given us things to think about before our next session. I don't feel like the world's worst mom anymore. I feel like he will be able to give us some new tools to help in our relationship.

Reviewed August 2022

I feel comfortable talking with him and I feel that the ideas, perspectives, and exercises he provides are helpful. I've noticed improvements in my ability to cope with stress and anxiety since I started working with him!

Reviewed June 2022

Mr Smith is the perfect listener. He has definitely helped me

Reviewed June 2022

I have done a fair amount of counseling in my past and find Rayland to be excellent. He is a good listener and provides resources outside of just talking. He is knowledgeable and able to intergrate my past learnings into our sessions

Reviewed March 2022

I am still new to therapy, but I am very thankful for Rayland Smith. He is patient, kind, has a lot of good insight and most importantly I don’t feel judged during our sessions.

Reviewed March 2022

He is easy to open up to and seems like a trustworthy person I need that right now!!

Reviewed January 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Rayland Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Rayland 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 Rayland Smith speak?

Rayland Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Rayland Smith have?

Rayland Smith has 17 years of experience.

Where is Rayland Smith licensed to practice?

Rayland Smith is licensed to practice in Colorado.

Does Rayland Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Rayland 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 Rayland Smith offer?

Rayland Smith offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Rayland Smith?

Rayland 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 Rayland 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.