Dr. Bernadette Smith (she/her/hers)

LPC-S, NCC

I help individuals and couples create healing so they can get the love they want.

Licensed Professional Counselor in ,

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

When working with clients my goal is to work myself out of a job. What I mean by that is, I believe my roll as your counselor is to teach you the skills and techniques necessary so you can reach your goals. If you are looking for a counselor who takes a collaborative approach to therapy while holding you accountable and highlighting your wins, then you have found the right one.

My Background and Approach

I believe that a healthy relationship starts within. Whether you are single, dating, or in a relationship, I take the time to help you uncover your wants, desires, and most importantly, your roadblocks that are preventing you from achieving the relationship you desire. Over the years, my appreciation for wellness has grown. I have found that recognizing your triggers and implementing wellness techniques can help maintain balance in your life. Often times, it can be the smallest adjustments that make the biggest impact. I help you navigate this process by helping you become more in tune with your actions and thoughts because I believe that our thoughts affect our actions and our actions affect our thoughts, and once we have a better understanding of that, we can reach our goals (cognitive behavior). Additionally, I believe it is important to identify solutions and what works in our everyday life so that we can realistically work towards our goals (solution focused).

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe the hardest step in therapy is taking the very first step. I also believe that chocolate is better than candy. Anthony Hamilton has the best concerts. Beaches over snow. And my grandmother made the best cookies ever.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Depression Marriage Counseling
Other Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Self-Esteem
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Oscar
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • Lyra Health
  • Modern Health insurance
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 15 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 150/session

Reach out to Dr. Bernadette