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- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Desirre
LCSW in Florida with 5 years of experience, Desirre Smith helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, career issues, and life changes using practical, evidence-based methods. She speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese and works with adults on communication problems, life purpose, midlife crisis, and self-love.
Desirre uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness techniques. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts, trying small behavioral changes, and practicing present-moment awareness. Conversations are collaborative and goal-oriented so people leave with clear next steps.
She often breaks down worries into specific patterns to make them easier to change. For relationship and communication struggles she helps people notice interaction habits and practice different ways of speaking and listening. For career and purpose questions she uses motivational interviewing to clarify values and build momentum toward concrete goals.
Mindfulness exercises are used to reduce immediate overwhelm and to create calmer moments during the day. Solution-focused work highlights what already works and builds on it with small experiments between sessions. Cognitive work addresses thought patterns that feed anxiety and low self-esteem.
Desirre emphasizes practical tools and short-term goals while also exploring deeper questions when they arise. To begin, clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session where they set initial goals and decide how to move forward.
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How her approaches guide online sessions
Desirre uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques to guide her work. CBT looks at thought patterns and behaviors and helps people try small, practical changes to reduce anxiety or improve confidence. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention exercises to reduce stress and refocus during difficult moments.She treats selecting an approach as a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss goals, needs, and preferences and choose which methods to prioritize. Sessions may mix techniques so the plan fits what the person is trying to accomplish and how they prefer to work.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find that doing skill practice between sessions helps carry changes into daily life, and that is part of how she structures remote work when it fits the client's goals.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She addresses stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, career matters, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include communication problems, life purpose, midlife crisis, and self-love.
What therapeutic approaches does she use?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness techniques, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Sessions combine these methods to set goals and try practical strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of experience as a clinician. That experience informs her use of goal-focused and skills-based work.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida. Her practice is located in Florida.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The first session is used to set goals and plan next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.