Kennethya Smith-Johnson , LCSW, LISW

Kennethya Smith-Johnson is a licensed social worker with three years of professional experience who supports adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She blends practical skills and empathetic listening to help people process loss, build motivation, and strengthen confidence in everyday life. Drawing on training in client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral strategies, Kennethya works collaboratively to tailor approaches that match each person s needs and goals.

She emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly and explored safely. Kennethya is licensed in Iowa and holds both LCSW and LISW credentials - LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LISW meaning Licensed Independent Social Worker - reflecting her clinical social work qualifications. Although based in Arkansas, she brings focused experience helping clients navigate relationship challenges, anger, career transitions, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and a range of other concerns including adoption and foster care issues, aging and geriatric matters, caregiving stress, chronic illness and pain, and perinatal mood concerns.

Taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and Kennethya aims to honor that bravery by offering steady support, practical tools, and a respectful partnership as clients work toward clearer coping, emotional relief, and healthier daily functioning.

Client-Centered Care and CBT Available Online

Kennethya Smith-Johnson uses client-centered therapy, which prioritizes the individual s experience and supports growth through empathy, active listening, and collaboration. This approach helps people clarify their values, feel heard, and build confidence to face life transitions and relationship challenges.

She also incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a structured method that identifies unhelpful thoughts and patterns and teaches practical skills to change reactions and behaviors. CBT can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, panic, and stress-related difficulties.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work together. Kennethya partners with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds so therapy remains responsive and client-focused.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule care around work, family, or mobility needs. These options allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while maintaining continuity of care and adapting to varied communication styles.