Erin Smith, LPCC, LPC

Erin Smith is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Kentucky. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, depression, trauma, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, and major life changes. Erin also focuses on compassion fatigue, jealousy, veteran and armed forces issues, OCD and phobias, and process addictions.

Erin centers the work on a strong therapeutic relationship. She aims to build trust first so people feel heard and understood. Her style is warm and present; she listens closely and meets people where they are in life.

She uses a mix of practical strategies and strengths-based work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps with unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports values-based choices, and attachment-based ideas guide work on close relationships. Client-centered principles keep sessions focused on the person’s goals and preferences.

With nine years of clinical experience, Erin works collaboratively on treatment goals and encourages open discussion about which techniques feel most helpful. Getting support can make it easier to notice existing strengths and build new coping skills. To begin, use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

How Erin’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, meaningful steps toward those values. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for regulating emotions, managing conflict, and tolerating strong feelings.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Erin works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s needs and goals. She invites open conversation about which techniques feel useful and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

The practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online sessions can reduce travel time and make it simpler to keep regular appointments. The original biography did not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking to know whether video, phone, or other formats are available. Licensed professionals can use online work to share worksheets, practice skills between sessions, and keep therapy focused on everyday changes.