Kimberley Smith-Maxwell, LPC
Licensed counselor guiding practical, lasting change
- Cognitive behavioral focus
- Trauma and relationship work
- Compassionate practical guidance
About Kimberley Smith-Maxwell
Kimberley Smith-Maxwell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings 16 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions. She emphasizes practical, evidence-informed methods rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, explaining how thoughts influence feelings and behavior and teaching skills to interrupt patterns that limit well-being and goals. Kimberley also helps clients make sense of the links between brain, body, and emotion so that coping skills become easier to apply and maintain.
She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston-Victoria and has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including Fort Bend County Juvenile Probation Psychological Division, Texana Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Faithful Counseling, Teladoc, Amwell, and the platform. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns such as depression, grief, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and relationship or family problems.
Kimberley approaches therapy with warmth and clear guidance, helping people identify unhelpful thoughts and habits while recognizing strengths and purpose. She supports clients in uncovering capacities that may have been obscured by life hardships and in building practical strategies to move toward a fuller, more rewarding life.
She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Houston-Victoria and has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including Fort Bend County Juvenile Probation Psychological Division, Texana Center, Baylor College of Medicine, Faithful Counseling, Teladoc, Amwell, and the platform. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns such as depression, grief, parenting challenges, trauma and abuse, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and relationship or family problems.
Kimberley approaches therapy with warmth and clear guidance, helping people identify unhelpful thoughts and habits while recognizing strengths and purpose. She supports clients in uncovering capacities that may have been obscured by life hardships and in building practical strategies to move toward a fuller, more rewarding life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberley Smith-Maxwell have?
Kimberley Smith-Maxwell has 16 years of experience.
Is Kimberley Smith-Maxwell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC. License details: TX LPC 66573.
In which languages does Kimberley Smith-Maxwell provide therapy?
Kimberley provides therapy in English.
Where is Kimberley Smith-Maxwell located?
Kimberley is located in Texas.
How can I work with Kimberley Smith-Maxwell as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberley Smith-Maxwell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberley Smith-Maxwell work with international clients?
Yes, Kimberley Smith-Maxwell works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberley Smith-Maxwell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Kimberley uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns that drive feelings and behaviors. This approach is often useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and habit-related concerns because it focuses on practical skills and measurable steps toward change.
She also integrates Attachment-Based Therapy to explore how early relationships shape current patterns in relationships and emotional responses. This work can be helpful for people coping with abandonment, family of origin issues, or repeated relationship difficulties.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Kimberley collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines techniques as appropriate and supports clients in learning skills at a pace that feels manageable.
Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from wherever a person is located and to continue consistent work on coping strategies, emotional regulation, and relationship skills without geographic barriers.
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