Kristen Smith, LMHC
Florida LMHC helping trauma and relationships
- Addictions support
- Relationship therapy
- Life purpose work
About Kristen Smith
Kristen Smith is a Florida-licensed LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with 27 years of professional experience guiding people through difficult transitions and emotional challenges. She has worked extensively with individuals facing addictions, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related concerns, as well as those coping with depression, anxiety, work-life balance, self-esteem issues, guilt, shame, and questions of life purpose. Kristen approaches each person with respect for their lived experience, holding the view that the individual is the expert on their own story and already possesses strengths that can be marshaled toward healing and change.
Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Kristen acknowledges the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life. She offers steady support while helping clients identify practical steps and personal resources to address what feels most urgent. Her style centers on collaboration, listening, and helping people build momentum toward meaningful, sustainable change, whether the goals involve healthier relationships, recovery from addictive patterns, emotional regulation after trauma, or renewed clarity about purpose and direction.
Kristen provides a compassionate, skills-informed approach that aims to meet each person where they are and to work alongside them toward clearer, more balanced living.
Beginning therapy can feel daunting, and Kristen acknowledges the courage it takes to seek a more fulfilling and happier life. She offers steady support while helping clients identify practical steps and personal resources to address what feels most urgent. Her style centers on collaboration, listening, and helping people build momentum toward meaningful, sustainable change, whether the goals involve healthier relationships, recovery from addictive patterns, emotional regulation after trauma, or renewed clarity about purpose and direction.
Kristen provides a compassionate, skills-informed approach that aims to meet each person where they are and to work alongside them toward clearer, more balanced living.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTFamily conflictsGriefEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kristen Smith have?
Kristen Smith has 27 years of professional experience.
Is Kristen Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC and is licensed in Florida - FL LMHC MH7619.
In which languages does Kristen Smith provide therapy?
Kristen Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Kristen Smith located?
Kristen Smith is located in Florida.
How can I work with Kristen Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Kristen Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kristen Smith work with international clients?
Kristen Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kristen 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, 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 Care
Kristen uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach focuses on listening, validation, and supporting a person to access their own strengths and make decisions about change, which can be helpful for issues like self-esteem, relationship concerns, and finding life purpose.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to distress and to teach practical strategies for change. CBT is often effective for symptoms of anxiety, depression, and for developing healthier coping skills around mood and stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. These tools can support people who struggle with intense emotions, relationship conflicts, or difficulty managing strong reactions.
Choosing the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristen collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Kristen is offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing sessions to fit into busy schedules and life demands. These options make regular contact more flexible and help maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible.