Alba Perez Smith , LICSW

Alba Perez Smith is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Rhode Island who brings focused support for people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, and challenges tied to identity and life transitions. As an LICSW, she holds a clinical social work license that qualifies her to provide therapeutic care and clinical assessment. She works with clients on concerns that include mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, attention and impulsivity issues like ADHD, relationship and family dynamics, grief and loss, substance-related struggles, and struggles with self-esteem and motivation.

Fluent in both English and Spanish, she offers a collaborative, strengths-based approach that centers the client as the expert on their own life. She aims to help people build practical coping skills, process painful experiences related to trauma and abuse, and navigate complex changes such as caregiving demands, blended family adjustments, or immigration stress. Alba emphasizes empowerment and practical steps toward greater well-being, supporting clients as they identify goals and develop strategies to meet them.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including anger, sleep problems, career stress, compassion fatigue, and issues related to gender and sexual identity. She integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person, helping clients move toward clearer choices and improved daily functioning.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Alba uses evidence-based, skills-focused techniques that help clients learn concrete coping strategies for stress, anxiety, sleep difficulties, and challenges with attention or impulsivity. These practical interventions teach tools for managing symptoms, improving daily routines, and building emotional regulation skills.

She also applies trauma-informed methods to support people processing abuse, loss, or other painful experiences. This approach prioritizes safety, pacing, and helping clients make sense of how past events affect current reactions and relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Alba works collaboratively with each person to identify the methods that best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors sessions over time, adjusting techniques as progress is made and priorities evolve.

Online therapy provides flexible ways to connect with a licensed professional. Alba offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate varying schedules, mobility needs, and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access timely support, and integrate therapeutic work into everyday life.