Elizabeth Smith , LPC

Elizabeth Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with eight years of clinical experience. She attended Lamar University and brings a calm, collaborative approach to therapy, meeting people where they are and supporting them as they move through life’s challenges.

Her work focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, family and relationship concerns, parenting and blended family dynamics, grief, career issues, and coping with life changes. Elizabeth also supports clients dealing with ADHD, compassion fatigue, seasonal affective disorder, self-esteem and self-love, social anxiety, and young adult and women’s issues. She has experience working with clients of all ages and tailors her work to each person’s unique needs.

Elizabeth blends Client-Centered techniques with evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and integrates mindfulness and motivational interviewing when appropriate. She frames therapy as a partnership - not a quick fix - emphasizing learning to move through difficulties together rather than simply getting over them. Her style is open-minded and adaptive, encouraging clients to share their personal stories so treatment can be customized to their goals and values.

Elizabeth is accepting new clients in Texas and offers flexible options for connecting, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Elizabeth uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the client’s goals and values guide the work; this approach helps with building self-understanding, improving relationships, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can help people coping with intense emotions or relationship difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Elizabeth collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time based on progress and feedback. This collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what will be most helpful for the individual.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, continue care during life changes, and access support from home. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver consistent, goal-oriented care while working with clients across a range of concerns.