Terriee Smith , LMHC

Terriee Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, and other life challenges. With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and a Master of Science in Counseling from Nova Southeastern University, she brings academic training and practical experience to each therapeutic relationship. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential that indicates specialized training in assessment and counseling.

Over eleven years of practice have given her experience working with dual diagnoses, post-traumatic stress, and a broad range of mental health concerns across the lifespan, from children to adults. She emphasizes collaborative care, listening closely to each person’s story and co-creating tailored strategies that promote resilience and clearer thinking. Whether addressing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, addictive behaviors, or life transitions, she aims to provide practical tools and compassionate guidance that support sustainable change.

Terriee uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to combine mindful awareness with values-based action, helping people build psychological flexibility and commit to meaningful steps forward. Her work is grounded in respect for each individual’s unique circumstances, with a focus on skills that transfer into everyday life. Prospective clients are invited to explore a path toward greater well-being with steady, evidence-informed support.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Terriee Smith offers approaches that blend practical skills with attention to values and experience. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches people to notice thoughts and feelings without being driven by them, and to take committed action toward what matters most - it can help with anxiety, avoidance, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and building a trusting relationship so individuals feel heard and supported while exploring their own solutions - it is useful for improving self-esteem and navigating relationship or identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) examines patterns of thinking and behavior and introduces concrete tools to change unhelpful cycles, making it effective for symptoms of depression, anxiety, and some trauma-related responses.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Terriee works collaboratively to identify methods that fit each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy provides flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to engage in care from home or other convenient locations. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from licensed professionals without geographic constraints.