Kennethya Smith-Johnson, LCSW, LISW

Kennethya Smith-Johnson is a licensed social worker with three years of professional experience who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and depression. She centers her work on practical support and compassionate listening, guiding clients through transitions and emotional challenges while attending to the everyday pressures that can undermine well-being.

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly, and she works collaboratively with each person to identify goals and steps toward change. Kennethya recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and affirms clients for taking that first step toward support and growth. She draws on client-centered principles and cognitive behavioral techniques to tailor care to each individual’s needs.

Kennethya holds LCSW and LISW credentials. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and indicates advanced training in clinical social work, and LISW stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker, reflecting qualifications to provide independent therapeutic services. Her approach is grounded in empathy, practical tools, and a focus on helping clients build confidence and coping skills.

Client-Centered and CBT Approaches for Online Support

Kennethya Smith-Johnson integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support people seeking online care. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration - it helps individuals explore their feelings, identify values, and build self-compassion while working through life transitions or relational concerns. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress through structured techniques and goal-setting.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Kennethya works together with each client to determine what fits best. She reviews goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges alongside the client, adjusting methods over time so care stays relevant and effective in meeting evolving needs.

Online therapy with Kennethya is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access support from home or other convenient settings, allowing clients to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.