Kennethya Smith-Johnson, LCSW, LISW

Kennethya Smith-Johnson is a licensed social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and depression. She focuses on practical steps that make daily life easier and easier to manage. Kennethya aims to create a warm space where people can talk honestly without feeling judged.

She brings three years of professional experience to her practice. Sessions emphasize listening first, then working together to set clear, achievable goals. Kennethya uses plain language and straightforward tools so progress feels tangible rather than abstract.

Her work draws on client-centered methods that prioritize each person’s needs and perspective. She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to address unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that get in the way of feeling better. Those approaches are used flexibly depending on the person and the concern.

Kennethya has supported people facing caregiving strain, chronic illness, and end-of-life concerns, as well as those dealing with adoption and foster care issues. She also helps clients navigating aging and geriatric issues and the isolation that can accompany health changes.

Sessions are provided in English and her practice is based in Arkansas. If you are ready to begin, she encourages taking a small next step to see if the working relationship feels right.

How client-centered and CBT approaches work online

Client-Centered Therapy puts the person’s experience first. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said, and helps the client guide the session. This approach is helpful for building trust, talking through grief, loneliness, or life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It uses short practical exercises and simple skill building to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and handle panic or stress more effectively.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps most. Decisions about methods are collaborative and tailored to each person’s needs and preferences.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for check-ins during breaks. It can also make it simpler to keep regular appointments when managing caregiving responsibilities or health-related limits.