Melanie Smith, LIMHP
Melanie Smith LIMHP focused on CBT
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Perinatal mood expertise
- Mental health since 2004
About Melanie Smith
Melanie Smith is a LIMHP, a licensed mental health practitioner who has worked in the mental health field since 2004. She practices from a cognitive behavioral framework, using structured techniques to identify and address unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior within a therapeutic setting.
Her background includes certification in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, a credential focused on mood and anxiety concerns that can arise around the perinatal period. That specialized training informs her approach when supporting people experiencing related challenges.
Throughout her work she emphasizes practical, goal-oriented strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral methods, tailored to the needs of each individual. Melanie blends clinical training with attention to the circumstances clients bring to therapy, aiming to create clear steps forward while respecting each person’s pace and priorities.
Her background includes certification in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders, a credential focused on mood and anxiety concerns that can arise around the perinatal period. That specialized training informs her approach when supporting people experiencing related challenges.
Throughout her work she emphasizes practical, goal-oriented strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral methods, tailored to the needs of each individual. Melanie blends clinical training with attention to the circumstances clients bring to therapy, aiming to create clear steps forward while respecting each person’s pace and priorities.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Melanie Smith have?
Melanie Smith has 10 years of experience.
Is Melanie Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LIMHP credential. License details: NE LIMHP 2873.
In which languages does Melanie Smith provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Melanie Smith located?
Melanie Smith is located in Nebraska.
How can I work with Melanie Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Melanie Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Melanie Smith work with international clients?
Yes, Melanie Smith works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Melanie 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 Online Care with Melanie Smith
Melanie Smith uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice and change thought and behavior patterns that contribute to stress, anxiety, or low mood. This approach focuses on practical skills and clear steps that people can apply between sessions.
She also integrates Mindfulness Therapy, which encourages gentle present-moment awareness and techniques for managing emotional reactivity. Mindfulness work can support coping with persistent worry, stress, or difficult emotions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Melanie collaborates with each person to identify which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts methods over time based on what proves most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexible options to engage in that collaborative process. Sessions can be held by video call or phone, and brief check-ins or ongoing work can happen via live chat or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to continue consistent support across different locations and schedules.