Kimberly Smith, LPC
LPC guiding clients toward meaningful change
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Addiction recovery support
About Kimberly Smith
Kimberly Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Alabama with 16 years of clinical experience. She has built a diverse background that includes rehabilitation counseling as well as work in mental health and substance abuse settings, supporting people facing a wide range of challenges from substance use and co-occurring disorders to mood and psychotic conditions such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and schizoaffective disorder. Her practice also addresses concerns like stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, complicated grief, parenting difficulties, relationship and family struggles, and issues related to self-esteem and life transitions.
Kimberly emphasizes practical coping strategies and evidence-informed techniques to help clients manage anxiety, addiction, chronic pain and illness, panic symptoms, and other mood-related concerns. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person, offering respect, sensitivity, and compassion while focusing on recovery, resilience, and forward movement. Described by her own practice focus as helping clients in "moving forward to hope and to live a life they may not have thought possible," Kimberly encourages courage and collaborative work toward meaningful change.
She uses a person-centered stance alongside cognitive and solution-focused methods to meet individual needs. As a licensed professional counselor she brings steady support and empowerment to those seeking guidance through difficult life stages, relationship challenges, or emotional distress.
Kimberly emphasizes practical coping strategies and evidence-informed techniques to help clients manage anxiety, addiction, chronic pain and illness, panic symptoms, and other mood-related concerns. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person, offering respect, sensitivity, and compassion while focusing on recovery, resilience, and forward movement. Described by her own practice focus as helping clients in "moving forward to hope and to live a life they may not have thought possible," Kimberly encourages courage and collaborative work toward meaningful change.
She uses a person-centered stance alongside cognitive and solution-focused methods to meet individual needs. As a licensed professional counselor she brings steady support and empowerment to those seeking guidance through difficult life stages, relationship challenges, or emotional distress.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen'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) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberly Smith have?
Kimberly Smith has 16 years of experience.
Is Kimberly Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AL LPC 4056.
In which languages does Kimberly Smith provide therapy?
Kimberly provides therapy in English.
Where is Kimberly Smith located?
Kimberly Smith is located in Alabama.
How can I work with Kimberly Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberly Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberly Smith work with international clients?
Yes, Kimberly Smith works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberly Smith 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 Flexible Online Care
Kimberly integrates several well-established approaches to support clients in online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility - it is often used for anxiety, chronic stress, and difficulties that persist despite efforts to control them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to manage symptoms related to depression, anxiety, panic, and mood disorders. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead to foster self-understanding, confidence, and growth.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kimberly collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time to support progress. Licensed professionals aim to tailor care so clients feel heard and empowered.
Online therapy offers practical benefits such as greater scheduling flexibility and easier access from different locations. Whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, these options make it possible to engage in consistent therapeutic work while balancing daily responsibilities and travel constraints.