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Ashley-Lauren Smith

Therapist(She/her)
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi! I am excited to meet and work with you and/or your family through difficult times or to learn coping skills that can be used in many situations. I have 5 years of experience in counseling with a diverse population starting at ages 15+. I have my Master's of Science in Professional Counseling with an emphasis in Trauma and then obtained a post-graduate certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I focus on more than just the singular problem that you come to me with as there could be other influencing factors that are contributing.

What you can expect from me

The outcome of therapy depends on how hard you are willing to put in the effort and work for yourself. Healing is not a linear process as sometimes you will dip and then come back with a good amount of progress. I do have a structured process to how sessions will go as it is not just talking about something new each session as there are objectives to be worked on, but if needing a vent session that is also no problem.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Warm, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Grand Canyon University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas, Pennsylvania)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, The Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Transgender issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Motivational Interviewing
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English