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- Positive psychology
- Mindfulness practice
- Substance use counseling
About Emily
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 15 years of experience based in Illinois, Emily Smith works primarily with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem concerns, and bipolar disorder. She uses a positive psychology and relational approach and integrates mindfulness and emotional acceptance techniques. Sessions emphasize open communication and a collaborative working relationship.
Emily encourages clients to build self-acceptance and trust in their own process. She uses mindfulness to help people notice thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in day-to-day life. That awareness is paired with practical steps to change unhelpful patterns.
Her work often focuses on understanding emotional and relationship patterns. She helps people reflect on how past experiences influence current reactions and relationships. This can include addressing effects from high-control groups, abusive relationships or spiritual trauma.
Therapeutic methods mentioned include positive psychology, acceptance and commitment approaches, movement-based therapy, relational work, and substance use counseling that includes both harm-reduction and abstinence perspectives. Emily aims to combine insight with actionable strategies so clients can see measurable changes in mood and behavior.
She has a background in treating mood disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress, personality disorders, and substance-related concerns. Sessions are conducted in English and operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
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Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Emily mentions positive psychology, which focuses on identifying strengths and practical ways to increase well-being. It often involves setting small, achievable goals and noticing positive changes in daily life.She also uses emotional acceptance techniques derived from acceptance and commitment approaches. These methods help people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, and then commit to actions that match their values. That can be useful for anxiety, trauma-related symptoms, and mood regulation.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals, adjusting techniques over time based on what helps most.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote sessions help fit therapy into a busy life by saving travel time, allowing shorter check-ins during a workday, or offering a camera-off phone option when less bandwidth or a quieter setup is needed. These practical benefits can make it easier to maintain regular meetings and apply new skills between sessions.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Ohio, Oklahoma
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and bipolar disorder, plus related areas like mood and personality disorders.
What style of therapy does she use?
She uses a relational approach with positive psychology and integrates mindfulness and emotional acceptance techniques in sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of experience working in the counseling field.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and practices from Illinois.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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