Rilda is kind, helpful and always supportive. She is a great listener and I like her frank approach and sense of humor. Her expertise and guidance is helping me to make progress.
Rilda Smith, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Rilda is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Rilda. View 19 reviews
- Great news, Rilda is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Oklahoma
Recent reviews
Miss smith is amazing, she has taught me and encourage me to do better things, for example communicating better and to recognise my emotions. I highly recomend miss smith.
More about Rilda
- 22 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
As a Licensed Marital and Family Therapist in Oklahoma for over 20 years, I have a systemic perspective on the issues clients bring to therapy. I understand that your difficulties exist in relationship to your larger circle of family, friends and colleagues. Clients appreciate this perspective because it seems like I “get it” differently than someone who doesn't view people systemically.
Some of the specific struggles I treat are coping with all types of grief and loss (not just death), managing life transitions, anxiety/stress, caregiver issues, sleep struggles, communication, anger management, money/financial issues, self-esteem and experiencing compassion fatigue and burnout.
A particular passion of mine is working with Third Culture Kids (TCKs), especially helping them transition to living in the United States. I have walked alongside TCKs and Adult TCKs for many years and have extensive experience in this therapeutic area.
Ultimately, I believe, you are the expert on your story and you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the things that challenge you! I hope to be someone who can help you along the way! Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Sleeping disorders
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Relationship issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Divorce and separation
Expats
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Multicultural Concerns
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-Harm
Self-love
Sexuality
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Rilda Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891847786.
- LMFT · Oklahoma · LMFT00853 · Expires December 2024
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 Rilda Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Rilda is kind, helpful and always supportive. She is a great listener and I like her frank approach and sense of humor. Her expertise and guidance is helping me to make progress.
Miss smith is amazing, she has taught me and encourage me to do better things, for example communicating better and to recognise my emotions. I highly recomend miss smith.
Rilda makes a great therapist because she is relaxed and non-judgmental. She listens and seems to know what questions to ask and when to be quiet. She also has a bit of a sense of humor, which I appreciate!
Rilda has been great at helping me navigate life's daily struggles.
Rilda is down-to-earth, listens attentively, and helps me address issues that arise within my life. She responds to messages with problems I have in between sessions and I’m just so grateful for her!
Rilda It's always there for me, for whatever I need to listen to. Give advice to got me down a good path.To be a better person.
It’s only been one session and not many journals But you are truly a blessing .
Rilda has been there to listen to me and encourage me to make changes in my life
Rilda is so personable and helpful. I clicked with her from day 1. She does a great job at helping me feel at ease and teaching me how to navigate and manage my emotions. She is awesome.
I have had an excellent experience with Rilda Smith. She gives me guidance and strength in getting through the tough time She is amazing
Therapy with rilda has been fantastic. She has helped me so so much I owe her a debt of gratitude.
For this being my first ever experience with any sort of therapy, Rilda has made it one I will never forget. She has shown me it is very much okay to express the emotions you’re feeling and even if you may have done wrongs in your past, they are not who define you now. If I had not started my sessions with Rilda when I had, I genuinely believe I wouldn’t be where I am today, and it’s all thanks to her. I know she likes to say therapy doesn’t work until you fully embrace it and allow it to change you, but Rilda was the jumpstart for my change and I really hope she continues to be the jump start for many others.
Very respectful, and shows care for what you are feeling
I am starting to feel allot better and I’m feeling accountable for my own mental health
Ms. Smith is very understanding and she provides helpful suggestions for what I am going through
I love her therapy counseling technique she always listens and knows just what to say
Amazing therapist A really good listener
Rilda is so understanding and a good listener as well as supportive She gives me tools to help me through each stage
She really takes her time to listen and understand, from a person who is dealing with issues of people not really listening to understand she has done a great job with making me feel heard.
Frequently asked questions
Does Rilda Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Rilda 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 Rilda Smith speak?
Rilda Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Rilda Smith have?
Rilda Smith has 22 years of experience.
Where is Rilda Smith licensed to practice?
Rilda Smith is licensed to practice in Oklahoma.
Does Rilda Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Rilda 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 Rilda Smith offer?
Rilda Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Rilda Smith?
Rilda 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 Rilda Smith?
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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.