Mind Diagnostics is user-supported. If you buy through a link on the site, we earn a commission from BetterHelp at no cost to you. Learn More

Willow Wakeley-Smith, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Willow 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 Willow. View 8 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri

Recent reviews

Best therapist I've ever had. Builds a rapport quickly and makes you feel seen.

Reviewed December 2024

Willow has offered perspective and has helped me through my toughest point in my life. She’s sweet and open minded while also managing to offer me healthier outlooks.

Reviewed December 2024

More about Willow

  • 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

My focus is helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting challenges, motivation, depression, ADHD, confidence and several other issues we face in today's world. I believe that everyone experiences life in their own unique way and that helping requires respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will customize our treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs and goals with the understanding that it is an evolving process. I recognize that you are investing time and money in your mental health and want to make sure you are seeing impactful progress and real life impact of the work we do together.

I am licensed in Missouri with 10+ years of professional work experience with children and 5 years of clinical work with adults with both moderate and significant mental illness. In addition to my work in schools with parents and students with disabilities which provides an in-depth understanding of parenting challenges, I work with adults facing a range of life challenges. If this sounds relevant to you, I would love to connect and see if this is a good fit!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Depression ADHD Addictions LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Antisocial personality Autism and Asperger Syndrome Body image Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Family problems Gender dysphoria Hoarding Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Personality disorders Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Willow Wakeley-Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326732470.

  • LCSW · Missouri · 2024010996 · Expires September 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 Willow Wakeley-Smith

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

8 reviews

5
4
3
2
1

Clients mention: Listens Thankful Helped Recommend Understanding Best therapist

Best therapist I've ever had. Builds a rapport quickly and makes you feel seen.

Reviewed December 2024

Willow has offered perspective and has helped me through my toughest point in my life. She’s sweet and open minded while also managing to offer me healthier outlooks.

Reviewed December 2024

I feel like she really listens and gives me tools and strategies for my mental health.

Reviewed November 2024

Willow Wakeley-Smith definitely listens with a sympathetic ear, allows me to stray from my own conversational path and still remembers to pull me back on task and challenges me when it is most impactful and relevant to my goals.

Reviewed November 2024

So thankful for finding Willow. In just a few short weeks she immediately got into pushing me to do the work. I have truly been in therapy MULTIPLE times and I typically tell my therapist first thing, I need someone to push me, to help me dig deeper, to get to the root of the problem, life is busy & hard & no one wants to quit what their doing & dig into trauma, it’s always I’ll do it later., & Willow from the jump has pushed me, given me multiple resources, she challenges me in good ways, challenges me to challenge myself and my thoughts which is so important. So needless to say, I absolutely recommend & am very thankful I found her.

Reviewed August 2024

Very punctual, engaging and understanding

Reviewed July 2024

Very happy this far with my experience

Reviewed July 2024

She gave me good relationship advice.

Reviewed May 2024

How was your experience with Willow?

Frequently asked questions

Does Willow Wakeley-Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Willow Wakeley-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 Willow Wakeley-Smith speak?

Willow Wakeley-Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Willow Wakeley-Smith have?

Willow Wakeley-Smith has 5 years of experience.

Where is Willow Wakeley-Smith licensed to practice?

Willow Wakeley-Smith is licensed to practice in Missouri.

Does Willow Wakeley-Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Willow Wakeley-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 Willow Wakeley-Smith offer?

Willow Wakeley-Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Willow Wakeley-Smith?

Willow Wakeley-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 Willow Wakeley-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.

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video

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.