About me

I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I completed my doctoral training in the field of clinical psychology and have worked with clients of all ages who are challenged by a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, school struggles, health problems, and financial stress. I believe all people are deserving of dignity and respect and no one can be defined simply by their struggles. I have a great deal of experience working with teenagers. When working with teens, building rapport and providing a safe space where they don't feel judged is critical to success. Working with youth can be challenging but the rewards are tremendous. There's something so satisfying in seeing a young person developing the building block to becoming a happy, healthy adult. I'm here to help guide that process.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationships
  • Self esteem, Motivation
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Parenting issues , Anger management , Coping with life changes , ADHD , Chronic pain, illness, and disability , Divorce and separation , Family problems , Isolation / loneliness , Life purpose , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 21

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

SC Psychologist 830

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. LaShonda Smith. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Teen Counseling might be different.

Written on Dec 27, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 1 month

My daughter really enjoyed her sessions with Dr. Smith.

Written on Dec 24, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Very compassionate and a good ear!

Written on Sep 20, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem

Very understanding.

Written on Sep 12, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

She’s understanding to different situations and a different life

Written on Aug 27, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Although I’ve only had two sessions with Dr. Smith, I find her to be a patient listener who is easy to talk to. Her pleasant tone and approach adds comfort to a situation, that for me, can feel a bit awkward. So far it’s been a pretty satisfying experience and I am pleased with the match.

Written on Aug 26, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management

Helpful so far

Written on Jul 14, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Dr. smith is awesome she listens and understands and most of all she’s caring. I would recommend her for sure.

Written on Jul 10, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes

Dr. Smith has been amazing and that’s just one word to sum her up out of many! She’s a great listener and gives such good advise and cares about me.

Written on Jun 20, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship

Great Dr. so far! Helping a lot!

Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes

Dr. Smith listens very well, and is very knowledgeable and understanding.

Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with LaShonda for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and self esteem

Dr. Smith is warm, empathetic and skilled. She balances both professionalism and affability. I would highly recommend her to those seeking therapy.

Written on Mar 13, 2023 after therapy with LaShonda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and bipolar disorder

Dr Smith is very kind, respectful, and understanding. She has helped me understand some issues that I have with myself and my family.

Written on Feb 19, 2023 after therapy with LaShonda for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues

Very helpful

Written on Feb 12, 2023 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem

Dr. Smith is awesome! I’ve had three sessions with her and feel so much better. She helped me identify what I need to do, work on it, come back and talk about it, cry, laugh, etc. she is a breath of fresh air! I highly recommend her. I was someone that didn’t think therapy was for me

Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 3 months on issues concerning relationship

Dr Smith is great! Only complaint has been the platform. We've had technical difficulties when we try to meet and not in same house. Ex: Michelle at her apartment and me at our house

Written on Sep 21, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

I have had two sessions so far with Dr. Smith and I am really amazed with her level of care. In the first session she got deep into the root of my anxiety (I wasn't even aware of what it was), and she has been incredible with checking in on me. She asks great questions, doesn't beat around the bush, and offers well balanced responses. I would recommend her in a heart beat!

Written on Aug 27, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Dr. Smith was a life saver during a dark time for me. She is professional, kind and compassionate about her work. I highly recommend her!!!!

Written on Jul 10, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd

I’ve seen several therapist in the past but I feel like Dr.Smith has been able to give me real tools that I can apply to my life to work through issues.

Written on Apr 13, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Dr. Smith has really helped me navigate a hard time in my life.

Written on Feb 18, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 1 month on issues concerning relationship

I have always been worried about seeing a therapist because of the experiences my friends have had in middle and high school. Normally they were immediately prescribed medications, for mild depression or anxiety etc. Dr. Smith has not once suggested medications and instead given me many ways to handle my negativity and anger problems. I appreciate the amount of thought and time she puts into our sessions. She does a wonderful job! Not to mention her personality is absolutely amazing and she is so sweet!

Written on Feb 02, 2022 after therapy with LaShonda for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Dr. Smith's expertise and non-judgmental approach has helped us to start connecting again as a couple, and is improving our ability to effectively communicate.

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