Kristen always makes an effort to follow-up through messages in between sessions.
Kristen Smith, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kristen 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 Kristen. View 51 reviews
- Great news, Kristen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
I was comfortable with Kristen quickly and am looking forward to future sessions
More about Kristen
- 25 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
I am licensed in Florida with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues, depression, anxiety, work life balance, self-esteem, guilt and shame as well as ongoing life purpose needs. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Licenses
Kristen Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700194933.
- LMHC · Florida · MH7619 · 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Kristen Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kristen always makes an effort to follow-up through messages in between sessions.
I was comfortable with Kristen quickly and am looking forward to future sessions
I am in my ‘70’s and I have spent years working on my well being; however, the area where I needed the most work was on my inner child. Kristen has been keenly engaged in directing me to search out a relationship with my younger self and the practices she suggests have been very helpful in my self discovery.
Kristen is wonderful and truly takes time out to be there when you need her! She’s awesome!!
Great therapist
Kristen really helped me to open up and address issues slowly. With my last therapist, I feel like I'm defending myself and my feelings and the things that I did. I appreciate Kristen so much and she follows up with me which makes me feel that my welfare is important to her when I felt like nobody even cares for me. Thank you Kristen!
Kristen Smith was a great therapist for many different reasons but some included being on time and responsive when I reach out through the message board or we have a session, would provide different solutions or problem solving methods for the needs or concerns I was experiencing, was helpful and respectful but also maintained her professional opinions on certain things etc. Overall had a great experience with this service as well as with this therapist.
She is the best!!!! I would definitely recommend her to everyone!!
My therapist, Kristen Smith has been a rock for me when I needed someone to talk to. She is caring, supportive, empathetic and always has a great solutions. I would highly recommend her! Thank you so much, Kristen! Your help has been invaluable to me!
Kristen has been very supportive and helpful!
Kristen is a very engaged and sensitive therapist. She has helped me see positive things about myself in this time of uncertainty while going through a rough time in my life. She is a good listener and I appreciate that!!!
Highly recommend her services. Straight to the point and gives me homework.
Very helpful, Always.
Last year were my first sessions with Kristen. I can say that she helped me big time. I felt great progress after our sessions. Of course, I continued working on myself even after our sessions. That’s the point. I was able to continue working on myself on my own because of her help.
I love Kristen’s approach to psychotherapy! I feel like Kristen really cares and closely listens to what I am saying. Kristen will follow up throughout the week to see how I am doing with the strategies we discussed. I would highly recommend her to anyone! She is a 100% considerate, kind, gentle, caring and professional. If you’re looking for a quality psychotherapist, you’ve found the BEST one.
I would highly recommend anyone to see Kristen. I have gone through numerous therapists in hopes to find someone like Kristen. Although I miss the essence of sitting in an office, face-to-face with a therapist, I almost don't even realize that I am behind a screen whenever I'm in session. She's extremely understanding and non-judgmental. She really focuses on what I need and what I want out of this. She is an amazing listener.
Very friendly and makes me feel comfortable and safe to be open and honest
Kristen is awesome! She works with me throughout everything. She’s flexible and is willing to change appointments to be available for me.
She’s patient and speaks well to you and has a lot of knowledge based on her practices
Kind and understanding.
She more is much more a mother, who school a child/children in the best of upbringing(education); makes you know you can achieve anything you set your mind at.
I have only had two sessions with Kristen so far but she has been extremely helpful and understanding. Very patient and listens to me while I speak and lets me speak for as long as I need. I feel a very warm and caring energy from her. I went into this not knowing what to expect but I am glad I got paired with her. She has given me some great tools to help with my anxiety and I am so thankful for that. I look forward to continuing on doing sessions with her.
Even though I’ve only known Kristen for a short time, she has been the therapist I needed years ago. Thank you so much, Kristen for your support and care:-)
I loved my time with BetterHelp and Kristen. I felt very enlightened and comforted every time I spoke with her. What a great platform - I think everyone should give it a chance
100%
She is professional. easy to talk to. i feel safe to talk to her.
I connected with Kristen immediately and felt comfortable opening up to her about issues I have not been able to address in therapy in the past. She has helped me begin to process some deep emotions, and I’m thankful for her expertise & guidance thus far.
I love working with Kristen. I made a lot of progress with her help that I could not have done otherwise.
She is professional
Kristen Smith listens well and makes suggestions for helping yourself.
Kristen Smith is a good listener. She helps me in so many ways to process and work through the traumatic events of my past.
She has strongly supported me with her solid, friendly, and flexible expertise and rich experience. I could be kind to characteristics of ADHD and non-binary, and change my old habit, find social support around me, and realized my lovely cat's tenderness thanks to her, etc., even via online sessions. I feel I can move on the next steps of my professional work life. I really appreciate my therapist Kristen Smith.
Kristen is a great listener and then provides help I can put into action. She is a wealth of knowledge!
Takes a timely approach to issues. Listens to understands. Relates and helps to process issues with you
Thank you so much Kristen for your patience and understanding. Your experience and support mean so much to me.
Kristen is someone who has a lot of empathy in understanding my challenges. I have gained a lot of meaningful insights throughout my time with her that really helped heal my mental health
Kristen is patient and understanding. She is very easy to talk to and is really helpful when sorting through feelings.
So far it's been a pleasure talking to Kristen, I feel heard with no judgement. Every time we speak, I leave the conversation feeling so much better than when I went in. Its only been a month, but she has already helped me a lot.
I love sessions with Kristen so far. She is empathetic, nonjudgemental, and insightful. She is also very sweet and kind. Thanks for all your help :)
It’s only been a week and a half but she has listened to my issues from past and present along with current daily issues. She has so far been great and look forward to continuing to work with her.
Kristen is absolutely amazing, I feel so heard and acknowledged which makes me feel so happy! She listens to what I have to say then assesses it in a timely manner, would definitely recommend her!
We are just beginning our journey together (3 sessions in) , but as someone who has been in + out of therapy for 30yrs, I am really responding well to her relaxed yet highly informed + professional approach. She listens. I feel seen, heard + understood.
Kristen's approach to therapy has had a huge impact on me. With her guidance, I have gone from theory to practice and I feel a massive difference in my life. I cannot thank her enough. If you are lucky enough to connect with her, I have no doubts you will grow and learn profusely - as have I.
I appreciate that Karen asks pointed questions that help me to reflect on blind spots.
Wonderful, attentive, caring counselor
Kristen listens, she take notes. You have to be aware that therapy is a journey, not a session. She doesn't tell you what your problem is, she helps you clear any confusion that might prevent you from understanding. She shows real concern. Although this journey is not up to her to fix you, it is only up to you to create the path to healing. Open your mind, and some exercice on the side is always good. Good luck.
Kristen is amazing.
Very affirming, empathetic yet professional & offers good strategies + advice!
I immediately felt comfortable with Kristen day 1 . She's easy to talk with and listens attentively to my disclosures. So far, she has provided rational analysis of my circumstance and offered practical advice. I really like her. Hoping my request for preferred session date and time will be determined.
She’s awesome and making my life better
More engaging and interactive than other therapists I've been to.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kristen Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kristen 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 Kristen Smith speak?
Kristen Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kristen Smith have?
Kristen Smith has 25 years of experience.
Where is Kristen Smith licensed to practice?
Kristen Smith is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Kristen Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Kristen 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 Kristen Smith offer?
Kristen Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
How can I communicate with Kristen Smith?
Kristen 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 Kristen 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.
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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.