Naomi Smith , LCSW, LMSW

Naomi Smith, LCSW, LMSW, is a licensed social worker with 24 years of experience providing mental health and therapeutic services to individuals. She explains her credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), and brings long-standing clinical experience to work with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, relationships, family concerns, and depression.

Her practice centers on helping people meet practical needs while building confidence and resilience. Naomi listens with compassion, maintains a non-judgmental stance, and focuses on encouragement and empowerment as clients pursue their goals. Her guiding phrase - "Restoring peace, one day at a time, one piece at a time" - reflects a steady, incremental approach to change.

Naomi uses person-centered planning to help clients identify purpose and develop an individualized plan that fits their commitment and readiness for change. She emphasizes honest, open communication and aims to guide and facilitate the change process with integrity. Naomi welcomes the opportunity to support clients through transitions, recovery, and steps toward a brighter future.

Approaches to Therapy and Online Care

Naomi Smith integrates client-centered therapy into her online work, focusing on the individual's goals, values, and strengths to shape a plan that fits their life. This approach is helpful for people who want a collaborative, respectful process that honors their priorities and pace.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to develop practical strategies for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT is action-oriented and often useful for those seeking tools to change how they think and respond.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is another approach Naomi draws on when addressing intense emotions, impulsivity, or difficulties with relationships. DBT combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness to support more stable functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Naomi works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts treatment plans over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for scheduling and formats that fit different comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, while allowing the therapist and client to focus on practical progress and consistent care.