Liz Smith, LMHC, LCPC
Client-centered counselor for trauma and addiction
- EMDR trained clinician
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Telehealth experience
About Liz Smith
Liz Smith practices from a client-centered perspective, prioritizing the client’s experience and offering unconditional positive regard to support self-directed decisions rather than giving prescriptive advice. She emphasizes attentive listening and believes that therapy should be a nonjudgmental space where clients can process their concerns and choose their own path. Over more than eight years in practice, her work has concentrated on substance use, trauma, and LGBTQ+ issues while remaining open to solution-focused strategies when they fit a client's needs.
She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is comfortable using that modality via telehealth to address traumatic memories. She also integrates Gestalt techniques to explore emotions in the present moment and uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to help clients develop practical tools for regulating intense feelings and improving relationships. She earned a Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Capella University.
Liz holds licenses as an LMHC and an LCPC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - which reflect her clinical training and ability to provide mental health services. She is fluent in English and Spanish and brings a compassionate, client-led approach to helping people manage stress, addiction, trauma, relationship challenges, and related concerns.
She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is comfortable using that modality via telehealth to address traumatic memories. She also integrates Gestalt techniques to explore emotions in the present moment and uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills to help clients develop practical tools for regulating intense feelings and improving relationships. She earned a Master of Science in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Capella University.
Liz holds licenses as an LMHC and an LCPC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - which reflect her clinical training and ability to provide mental health services. She is fluent in English and Spanish and brings a compassionate, client-led approach to helping people manage stress, addiction, trauma, relationship challenges, and related concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualityWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Liz Smith have?
Liz Smith has 10 years of experience.
Is Liz Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes, Liz Smith holds these credentials: LMHC, LCPC. License details: FL LMHC MH21381, MT LCPC BBH-LCPC-LIC-37454.
In which languages does Liz Smith provide therapy?
Liz Smith provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Liz Smith located?
Liz Smith is located in Florida.
How can I work with Liz Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Liz Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Liz Smith work with international clients?
Liz Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Liz 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.
Approaches that translate well to online care
Liz Smith draws on client-centered therapy to create a collaborative, respectful environment where the client's goals guide each session. This approach focuses on empathy and listening so clients can explore their values and make meaningful choices about change.
She is trained in EMDR, a modality that helps people process disturbing memories by combining focused recall with guided bilateral stimulation; it is often used for trauma-related symptoms and can be adapted for remote delivery. Liz also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to teach concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing harmful behaviors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Liz works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time based on how a client responds. Licensed professionals and therapists commonly use these evidence-informed tools in flexible ways to support progress.
Online therapy with Liz is available by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering practical flexibility for scheduling, accessibility across locations within her service area, and multiple ways to stay engaged between sessions.