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Denisha Smith, LMHC

Florida LMHC for trauma and life transitions
  • CBT and EMDR informed
  • Family and relationship focus
  • Works with all ages

About Denisha Smith

Denisha Smith began helping others at a young age, starting as a peer mediator in fifth grade, and that early inclination toward support has guided her professional path. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 11 years of clinical experience working with people from infancy through late adulthood. Over the course of her career she has worked with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, parenting challenges, trauma and emotional abuse, and adoption-related issues.

Her approach blends evidence-based methods with a person-centered, solution-focused orientation. Trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she also identifies as an eclectic counselor and draws from multiple techniques to fit each person’s needs - play-based methods are among the tools she uses when appropriate. Denisha emphasizes collaboration, meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels manageable, while helping reduce the burden of labels and supporting positive growth.

She encourages active participation in the therapeutic process and frames change as attainable with effort and commitment. Denisha aims to empower people to reclaim a sense of balance and meaning in their lives, offering steady support as they work toward lasting, practical progress.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also Specializes In

Anger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Denisha Smith have?

Denisha Smith has 11 years of experience.

Is Denisha Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH18937.

In which languages does Denisha Smith provide therapy?

Denisha Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Denisha Smith located?

Denisha Smith is located in Florida.

How can I work with Denisha Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Denisha Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Denisha Smith work with international clients?

Yes, Denisha Smith works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Denisha Smith cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care



Denisha integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - a practical approach often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. She also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) for individuals processing traumatic memories or strong emotional reactions, offering a structured method to reduce the intensity of distressing experiences. Mindfulness Therapy is another element she incorporates, teaching simple attention and grounding skills that can improve emotional regulation and reduce reactivity in daily life.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic journey. Denisha collaborates with each person to determine which techniques best match their goals, preferences, and pace, adjusting methods as progress unfolds with input from the client and guidance from licensed professionals when helpful.

Online therapy with Denisha is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility to engage from different settings and schedules. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, support consistent attendance, and maintain momentum between sessions while working toward meaningful change.

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