Katina Smith, LPC
Practical counseling for life changes
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At a glance
- Listed location
- Louisiana
- Experience
- 6+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Louisiana)
- LPC · No. 6023
- NPI
- 1245680461
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- Person-centered
- Skill focused
- Hope oriented
About Katina
She brings six years of LPC experience alongside a longer background in social services. Katina draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness tools when they fit a client's needs. Sessions focus on practical skills for everyday life, like spotting negative thoughts and trying new ways of coping.
Her style is person-centered and straightforward. Katina aims to build rapport quickly and create a calm, non-judgmental space to talk about what matters. She works with teens and adults and tailors strategies to each person’s goals and pace.
In therapy she helps clients set clear, achievable steps to solve current problems. That may include practicing new thinking patterns, learning calming or grounding exercises, or building motivation for change. The aim is to strengthen thinking and restore hope.
Clients who choose therapy are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions based on availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and international clients may be accepted.
Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Louisiana
Languages
English
How these approaches translate to online care
Many of the therapist's methods work well in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new thinking patterns; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress by focusing on actions and small behavior changes. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple awareness and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can help with anxiety, anger, and everyday stress.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust plans as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Clients often find it simpler to practice homework between sessions and to bring real-life examples to discuss during meetings.
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this therapist address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and aging and geriatric issues.
How would you describe the therapeutic approach?
Her style is person-centered and practical. She uses CBT, trauma-focused methods, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness to teach concrete skills for daily life.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She is an LPC with six years in that role and additional background in social services and crisis intervention working with diverse populations.
Where is she licensed and located?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are accepted; confirm any practical details before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability, and therapy uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.