Lisa Smith, LCSW
- Trauma and grief care
- Mood and anxiety support
- Later life concerns
About Lisa Smith
Her work focuses on areas such as social anxiety, mood disorders, grief, and midlife concerns, and she pays particular attention to the needs of older adults who may be coping with isolation, loneliness, or questions about meaning and purpose. Lisa combines empathy with evidence-based techniques to help people recognize patterns, build resilience, and move toward clearer goals.
In therapy she strives to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and develop personalized tools for coping and growth. Her approach is tailored to each person, drawing on decades of clinical experience to match interventions to individual strengths and circumstances. Lisa brings respect, patience, and a steady commitment to the healing process, guiding clients toward improved emotional understanding and a renewed sense of direction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Lisa Smith have?
Lisa Smith has 30 years of experience as a practicing therapist.
Is Lisa Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: MO LCSW 000597.
In which languages does Lisa Smith provide therapy?
Lisa Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Lisa Smith located?
Lisa Smith is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Lisa Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Lisa Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Lisa Smith work with international clients?
Lisa Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Lisa 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 Support
Lisa Smith integrates several evidence-informed methods to address emotional and behavioral concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being ruled by them and encourages action guided by personal values - it can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve functioning, which is useful for mood disorders, panic, and obsessive patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, emphasizes skills for regulating intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, making it a practical choice for mood instability and strong emotional reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lisa collaborates with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and circumstances change.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how work happens - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so therapy can fit into busy schedules, reduce travel barriers, and allow consistent contact when life is unpredictable. Licensed professionals can deliver these approaches effectively via remote sessions, supporting ongoing progress from wherever the client is located.