Glad I have some one easy to talk to
Theresa Smith, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Theresa 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 Theresa. View 49 reviews
- Great news, Theresa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Oklahoma
Recent reviews
Very attentive and helpful
More about Theresa
- 18 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
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.
Specialties
Treatment 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
Licenses
Theresa Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396977724.
- LPC · Oklahoma · LPC04351 · Expires June 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 Theresa Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Glad I have some one easy to talk to
Very attentive and helpful
Theresa is kind, gentle and appreciative of my goals. She is a comforting listener and helps me practically apply strategies for greater well-being.
Great person who has my best interests in mind
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!!!
Theresa was very helpful. She really listened and made really helpful suggestions.
Theresa is awesome!
She is a very kind and compassionate listener.
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.
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
The best!
I have only met with Theresa once but I know she will be a great help for my healing!
Theresa is great at listening & finding the good in situations all while caring for your heart. She gives practical tools to help you walk out of the pit you’re buried in.
Theresa is the real deal. Never thought I'd say I enjoy counseling, but I do with her. She has taught me a lot over our time together. Thank you Theresa.
She is a wonderful, thoughtful therapist.
In one session w Therese, I was put at ease w her truths and confidence as she asked deep questions as well as her recommendations for books on the issues at hand . She also shared insights w me that were Biblical that I had misinterpreted. I look forward to our weekly conversations
Theresa is very kind, passionate and helpful. Her non-judgment and loving arttitude is a key for me to be able to moving forward
Theresa listens and provides excellent feedback with humor and a smile. Great help to me
Theresa is kind and professional. Therapy with her has been very helpful. Thank you for existing, BetterHelp, video, calls, and text are extremely practical. Thanks.
Theresa is such a great listener and is very knowledgeable and has such good insights! I would recommend her highly!
Theresa is kind, considerate and knowledgeable.
I have only had two sessions, but already love my time with Theresa. Wonderful therapist. Look forward to more sessions. Already seeing myself grow and evolve.
She is so loving and easy to talk to . Highly recommend !
Theresa has been my therapist for about 2 years now. She has helped me with trusting myself again. Coming from a very mistrusting family and previous abuse in an abusive relationship her approach made me feel safe , seen and understood. I’ve grown to trust her and she is very knowledgeable in trauma. I used to feel invalidated by previous therapist but with her I feel validated as well as encouraged to push forward into the present and confidently ease into the new changes in my life. Every session has assisted me to grow and live after surviving for so long. She is very gentle, caring and a complete joy to converse with. I really enjoy our sessions. I highly recommend her to anyone who has been through trauma, abuse, suffering from cptsd or ptsd as well as to anyone who is needing the help to dive deeper with oneself. Great therapist!
Theresa is the first therapist I’ve had that’s really approached me in the way I need. She gives me the “hard” stuff but also can tell when it’s overwhelming for me. She helps me work through things with grace and I appreciate it soo much!
Theresa is kind, warm, and a great listener. Really excited to have met her and started working together so quickly!
Theresa has helped me rediscover myself after several years of depression and I’ve never felt more fulfilled and content with my life. I found joy during a time where it felt impossible and it was all thanks to Theresa’s heartfelt guidance and wonderful exercises. She used real techniques that provided me with the tools I needed to reduce my anxiety and break unhealthy habits. I am however, more than anything, grateful for her kindness and patience during my healing journey.
Theresa is really kind and caring. She takes time to listen to concerns and her advice and suggestions have been really helpful. I'm really happy she is my therapist.
I’ve been working with Theresa for about a year now and have learned so much. She’s exactly what I was looking for when I was looking for a therapist.
Theresa is a God send who takes the time to hear where you are presently and then provides new strategies to help you reach the better version of yourself. I’m incredibly grateful for the new tools I’m learning through our sessions.
This lady is very welcoming very understanding and most importantly she cares. She's been of great help for myself and I'm glad I found her!
Got into some long standing issues today! Confident that we’re making progress!
Theresa goes above and beyond to research and find resources that meet my needs.
Theresa does a great job of listening and offering insight from her years of experience. It is grear how she helps you narrow down what to work on when you feel like you have been through multiple hard traumas and aren't sure where to start.
Theresa was amazing and I would recommend her highly!
Theresa is very compassionate and caring and I appreciate that very much.
Theresa has been a Godsend to me. Challenges me to question why I feel certain ways at certain times.
Theresa is caring, considerate, and an excellent therapist
Theresa is an absolute treasure!
Theresa is very professional. She respects you and really helps you to understand yourself and past trauma. I thought I was crazy and she helped me learn that is far from the truth. I’m learning to really love myself and heal myself.
Theresa is great! I enjoy working with her.
Theresa has been great. She has helped me connect some of the dots as to why I think the way I do, while a the same time provided material to assist in cognitive distortions. She is really a great counselor.
Theresa was very supportive, and a great listener. She was very personable, and I felt very comfortable opening up to her. I highly recommend working with her!
Fantastic!
I’ve only experienced a few sessions with Teresa and I must say she has so far been extremely helpful and kind!!
Theresa has such a gift to help people, she is an excellent listener. I’m so blessed to have found someone to help me with tools to combat anxiety and depression .
Theresa is great. She listens and provides useful advice and excercises for therapy.
Theresa was very helpful in understanding what I was going through. She was able to take what I was feeling and struggling and find ways I could cope through various thinking exercises and mindfulness activities. She helped me to overall be mindful of my thoughts. Theresa was a big help in my process of overcoming my anxiety.
Very supportive and informative. Enjoyed talking to her very much and put me at ease.
Frequently asked questions
Does Theresa Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Theresa 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 Theresa Smith speak?
Theresa Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Theresa Smith have?
Theresa Smith has 18 years of experience.
Where is Theresa Smith licensed to practice?
Theresa Smith is licensed to practice in Oklahoma.
Does Theresa Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Theresa 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 Theresa Smith offer?
Theresa Smith offers clients 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, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Theresa Smith?
Theresa 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 Theresa Smith?
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