Marian Smith , LMHC, LPC

Marian Smith is a licensed counselor and personal development coach with over 21 years of experience supporting people through life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional struggles. She holds LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) credentials and is licensed to practice counseling in Florida and Virginia. Her background blends clinical expertise with practical coaching to help clients move from surviving day to day to living in alignment with their values.

She works with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, parenting difficulties, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, addiction, ADHD, bipolar disorder, anger, and career challenges. Marian emphasizes listening carefully to each person and collaborating to create a clear plan with specific objectives so progress can be measured and celebrated. Her approach is grounded in respect, compassion, and sensitivity.

Marian uses evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy alongside client-centered principles to help clients develop new strategies, transform blocks into creative energy, and build calm and confidence. As a coach and therapist she supports practical skill building, encourages self-awareness, and celebrates each step toward greater satisfaction and purpose.

Approaches and Online Care with Marian Smith

Marian Smith draws on client-centered therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening with empathy and creating a supportive space where clients feel heard; it is useful for exploring values, building self-esteem, and navigating life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with practical strategies - it is often effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Marian works with each person to assess goals, preferences, and the issues they bring, then adapts methods so therapy fits the individual's needs. Together they set clear objectives and track progress, adjusting the plan as goals evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into a busy life and to access care from different locations. These options allow ongoing support, consistent check-ins, and a range of communication styles so clients can engage in the way that feels most comfortable and effective for them.