Kristin "Krissy" Smith, LICSW

Kristin "Krissy" Smith is a licensed clinical social worker (LICSW) with over ten years of practice working across the lifespan. She brings an extensive background in providing both individual and group therapy and has experience supporting people from childhood through geriatric years.

Her clinical work has addressed a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, career challenges, grief and loss, and family conflict. Kristin approaches each person with the principle of starting where the client is at - adapting interventions to match current needs rather than enforcing a one-size-fits-all model. She has used cognitive behavioral techniques, psychodynamic methods, and a variety of stress management exercises to help clients develop coping skills and make meaningful changes.

Kristin emphasizes a collaborative relationship that honors each client’s pace and preferences, offering practical tools and emotional support tailored to individual circumstances. She is prepared to help people take early steps toward improved well-being and greater balance in daily life, drawing on a decade of clinical experience to guide that process.

Client-Centered and CBT Approaches in Online Therapy

Kristin "Krissy" Smith uses client-centered therapy to create an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the person determines priorities and pace; this approach helps when people need support processing emotions, addressing family concerns, or navigating life transitions. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify patterns of thinking and behavior and to teach practical strategies for reducing anxiety, managing mood, and improving coping skills.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kristin partners with each client to explore preferences, goals, and what has worked or not worked in the past, then combines client-centered support with targeted CBT techniques when appropriate. That collaborative process helps tailor care to individual needs.

Online sessions are available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels with technology. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home or another convenient location, support continuity during life changes, and allow clients to choose the format that fits their daily routines.