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Lisa Smith

LCSW

Lisa Smith , LCSW

Therapist in Missouri

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About Lisa

Lisa Smith is a licensed clinical social worker with 30 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she brings long-standing clinical training to work with depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions, using a compassionate and nuanced approach that emphasizes practical growth.

Her practice includes focused work on social anxiety, mood disorders, grief, and midlife challenges, and she pays particular attention to the needs of older adults and those coping with isolation, loneliness, or existential concerns. Lisa creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences and develop workable strategies for change.

Drawing on decades of clinical experience, she applies evidence-based interventions tailored to each person’s circumstances. Her aim is to help clients build resilience, recognize emotional patterns, and cultivate a clearer sense of purpose and well-being. She approaches every therapeutic relationship with respect, empathy, and a steady commitment to the client’s healing process.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Lisa Smith uses several evidence-based methods to support emotional recovery and growth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying values and taking meaningful action, which can help with life transitions and chronic emotional struggles. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships, making it useful for intense mood swings and interpersonal difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Lisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts interventions over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for varied schedules and life circumstances. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care across transitions and provide multiple ways for clients to engage with a therapist in ways that suit their routines and comfort levels.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Lisa Smith have?

Lisa Smith has 30 years of professional experience.

Is Lisa Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed as MO LCSW 000597.

In which languages does Lisa Smith provide therapy?

Lisa Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Lisa Smith located?

Lisa Smith is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Lisa Smith as my therapist?

Clients may work with Lisa Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Lisa Smith work with international clients?

Lisa Smith does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Lisa Smith cost?

Costs can vary based on factors such as 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, a client can click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. A client clicks the "Start Therapy" button and completes a short questionnaire used to match with the therapist. Depending on availability, the client can then schedule an initial session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefAnger managementDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Co-morbidityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English

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