Marlene Smith , LPC

Marlene Smith is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) practicing in West Virginia with three years of professional experience. She has supported people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, motivation challenges, low self-esteem, building self-confidence, and depression, and she brings a calm, steady approach to each person she meets.

She also works with a range of related concerns including adoption and foster care matters, aging and geriatric issues, attachment difficulties, body image concerns, cancer-related adjustment, commitment and communication problems, coping after disasters, dependent personality traits, mood and dissociation issues, family conflict, fatherhood questions, and experiences of separation or domestic violence. Her practice integrates knowledge across these areas to help clients navigate both everyday pressures and significant life transitions.

Marlene focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. She meets clients where they are, encourages the courage it takes to begin therapy, and collaborates on practical strategies to support growth and coping over time.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Marlene Smith draws from Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to guide online work. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns - helping people understand connection needs and build healthier bonds. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's perspective and values, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist reflects and helps people find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can ease anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Marlene collaborates with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration helps tailor sessions so they feel relevant and effective.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, access therapists from home, and choose the format that best supports progress and convenience.