Dr. Smith is responsive and attentive during and between meetings.
Dr. Stephen Smith, Psychologist
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Stephen 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 Stephen. View 18 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
Dr. Smith provides insightful, goal-oriented therapy with actionable guidance, fostering positive progress in my mental health journey.
More about Stephen
- 11 years' experience
- Male
- Psychologist
Welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. As your psychotherapist, I will work with you to increase your understanding of self, others, and relationships. I will help you to increase your skills for coping with past traumas, present challenges, and future worries. Through compassion and validation, I will strive to reduce your distress and increase your hopefulness about the future. I am committed to understanding you as an complex, whole person with a personal experience and story. Whether you are joining psychotherapy for the first time, returning to treatment, coming alone, or with others, I am ready to meet you where you are in your treatment journey. So, lets get started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
ADHD
LGBT
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Intellectual disability
Life purpose
Men's issues
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Personality disorders
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Stephen Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386019867.
- Psychologist · Virginia · 0810005262 · 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 Dr. Stephen Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Smith is responsive and attentive during and between meetings.
Dr. Smith provides insightful, goal-oriented therapy with actionable guidance, fostering positive progress in my mental health journey.
He's been amazing and has helped me alot along the way.
He's great!
My experience with Dr. Smith has been absolutely life changing. I starting seeing him for video sessions at a time when I wasn't doing well with my anxiety. Within a few sessions I saw very serious improvements in the way I deciphered my thoughts and emotions. Really appreciate what he has done to help me manage my mental health.
The short time I'm with Dr. Smith helped me already a lot. He listens carefully and if he doesn't understand something he gently asks to explain it differently or again etc. I feel very good with him and have big faith that he can support me to work through my challenges
I have found Dr Smith approachable and easy to talk to. He is a good communicator with good listening skills.
Dr.Smith has been a very supportive and a kind listener. I have started to feel much better after just a couple of sessions with him.
Its helpful
Dr. Smith has a warm, quiet, and knowledgeable way about him. He listens, naturally, without intersecting his own biases. I personally dont take well to advice, but he guided me to where I need to go without a fuss- I didn't even notice it. He helped me out of a tough time by subtly letting me see my situation clearly. He did so without making any assumptions or inserting his opinion. He's great!
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Dr. Smith is one of the most engaging therapists I’ve ever had. He listens compassionately, inquires often and isn’t afraid to point out self-destructive behaviour. His knowledge is invaluable and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Dr. Smith is thoughtful and engaged. He listens intently and then explores ideas/solutions/avenues that leave room for the patient to populate with their own perspective and style. I greatly appreciate his feedback and insights and look forward to working with him in the future. Thank you, Stephen!
He is very understanding, actively listens to everything you say. He proactively responds to any messages or worksheets that are sent throughout the week. He’s easy to talk to, supportive, and very respectful and kind.
Extremely effective, compassionate and professional. Would recommend highly.
I’ve been meeting with Dr. Smith for about a month and his insight has been very helpful—great listening skills, good pace in the dialogue and good insight on how to help me where I’m feeling stuck in life. I would indeed recommend him to others on this platform! I’ve found it very convenient and easy to schedule, journal, and share notes with him when I want to in preparation for my next sessions.
Dr Snith seems like a really good doctor. He did listen to me and did offer feedback. I would recommend him.
Dr Smith is the first therapist I’ve had that actually listens AND gives useful feedback. He’s kind, empathetic, and is someone anyone would be grateful to have in their lives.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Stephen Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen Smith speak?
Dr. Stephen Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Stephen Smith have?
Dr. Stephen Smith has 11 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Stephen Smith licensed to practice?
Dr. Stephen Smith is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Dr. Stephen Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen Smith offer?
Dr. Stephen Smith offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Stephen Smith?
Dr. Stephen 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. Stephen 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.