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Tina Smith, LPC

Compassionate Texas LPC for families and individuals
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Family and parenting help
  • Client-centered and DBT

About Tina Smith

Tina Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 11 years of clinical experience. She works with individuals and families to address stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and symptoms of depression while drawing on a broad set of family-centered concerns and developmental issues.

Tina’s practice includes support for parenting and family dynamics, adoption and foster care matters, attachment challenges, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family transitions, caregiver stress, and communication or control issues. She also assists clients navigating dependent personality traits, disruptive mood dysregulation disorder, divorce and separation, feelings of emptiness, family of origin wounds, forgiveness, and struggles with guilt and shame.

Her approach emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and emotions can be explored openly. Tina aims to empower clients to take courageous steps toward a more satisfying life, collaborating with each person to set goals and build the skills needed to manage difficult emotions and improve relationships.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Tina Smith have?

Tina Smith has 11 years of professional experience as a therapist.

Is Tina Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. Tina Smith holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is registered in Texas as TX LPC 75854.

In which languages does Tina Smith provide therapy?

Tina Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Tina Smith located?

Tina Smith is located in Texas.

How can I work with Tina Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Tina Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Tina Smith work with international clients?

Tina Smith does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Tina 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

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client leads the conversation and the therapist provides empathy and understanding. This approach helps people build self-awareness, strengthen self-esteem, and work through personal or relational concerns at their own pace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) blends practical skill-building with acceptance strategies to help manage intense emotions, reduce impulsive behavior, and improve interpersonal effectiveness - it is often helpful for clients struggling with emotional regulation and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Tina Smith works collaboratively with each client to identify which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She partners with clients to adjust strategies over time so treatment stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Tina offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy life. These formats allow clients to engage in therapy from home or other convenient settings, maintain continuity of care, and access a licensed professional without travel constraints.

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