Friendly! Informative! Great listener
Vanessa Smith, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Vanessa 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 Vanessa. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Louisiana, Texas, and 4 more
Recent reviews
Vanessa is a great listener and logical and intuitive person.
More about Vanessa
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LCSW
Hello,
My name is Vanessa Smith LPC. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Louisiana. I have over 10 years of experience working with mental health. I have worked with clients from various backgrounds and concerns. I have worked with individuals addressing concerns of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, anger, substance abuse, life changes (loss of job, loss of family member, etc.…). Also, I have experience working with returning citizens.
I would describe my style of therapy as warm and interactive. I believe in being person-centered and humanistic. I believe the client is the expert on his or her life. I prefer to assist the client by guiding and assisting through inner knowing, interpersonal changes, and healing.
My overall goal is to assist people in working towards fulfillment of their maximum potential, healing, and gaining a new perspective on life.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Life purpose
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Vanessa Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487085825.
- LPC · Louisiana · 6699 · Expires June 2026
- LPC · Texas · 92021 · Expires August 2025
- LCSW · Texas · 111588 · Expires August 2025
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904015865 · Expires June 2025
- LCSW · Louisiana · 14194 · Expires August 2025
- LCSW · Arkansas · 22641-C · Expires February 2026
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 Vanessa Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Friendly! Informative! Great listener
Vanessa is a great listener and logical and intuitive person.
She is wonderful
Great therapist with awesome attitude! She gave me a lot of confidence to help me get to my finish line.
So for so good, new to Vanessa.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vanessa Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Vanessa 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 Vanessa Smith speak?
Vanessa Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Vanessa Smith have?
Vanessa Smith has 6 years of experience.
Where is Vanessa Smith licensed to practice?
Vanessa Smith is licensed to practice in Louisiana, Texas, Texas, Virginia, Louisiana, and Arkansas.
Does Vanessa Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Vanessa 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 Vanessa Smith offer?
Vanessa Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Vanessa Smith?
Vanessa 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 Vanessa 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.
And recovery is possible.
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.