Dr. Tina Smith, LPC
Compassionate counselor for relationships and recovery
- Anxiety and stress support
- Couples and relationships
- Trauma and addiction
About Dr. Tina Smith
Dr. Tina Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor with six years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting challenges, trauma, addiction, grief, and a range of mood and attention concerns. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision - a doctoral degree focused on training counselors and providing clinical oversight - and practices as an LPC in Colorado and Texas. Her background also includes specialized training in working with sexual offender treatment and with partners seeking healthier, more connected relationships.
She blends evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered emphasis that prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and a strengths-based, meet-you-where-you-are stance. Dr. Smith has applied her skills in clinical mental health settings, correctional environments, and both individual and group contexts, supporting people through major life changes, personality challenges, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and issues around identity and intimacy.
Experienced in both in-person and online formats, she has worked with clients across cultures and communities, including LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC individuals. Her practice includes support for people facing active suicidal thoughts or psychosis, as well as work with families, blended households, and couples interested in building mutual respect and joy. Dr. Smith approaches therapy as a collaborative process, helping people find practical ways forward through pain, fear, and uncertainty.
She blends evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy with a client-centered emphasis that prioritizes the therapeutic relationship and a strengths-based, meet-you-where-you-are stance. Dr. Smith has applied her skills in clinical mental health settings, correctional environments, and both individual and group contexts, supporting people through major life changes, personality challenges, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and issues around identity and intimacy.
Experienced in both in-person and online formats, she has worked with clients across cultures and communities, including LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC individuals. Her practice includes support for people facing active suicidal thoughts or psychosis, as well as work with families, blended households, and couples interested in building mutual respect and joy. Dr. Smith approaches therapy as a collaborative process, helping people find practical ways forward through pain, fear, and uncertainty.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Autism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualityWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Tina Smith have?
Dr. Tina Smith has six years of experience in the mental health counseling field.
Is Dr. Tina Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC. License details are TX LPC 82310 and CO LPC 0018507.
In which languages does Dr. Tina Smith provide therapy?
Dr. Tina Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Tina Smith located?
Dr. Tina Smith is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Dr. Tina Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Tina Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Tina Smith work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Tina Smith works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Tina 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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
Dr. Tina Smith integrates several well-established approaches to support change. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and helps clients identify their own goals and strengths - this approach is helpful for those seeking personal growth, life changes, or clearer self-understanding.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop new coping strategies; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.
The Gottman Method offers structured tools for couples to improve communication, manage conflict, and rebuild friendship and trust, making it useful for partners working toward greater connection and mutual satisfaction.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Smith works with each person or couple to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors methods or blends techniques to create a treatment plan that fits the individual situation.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit counseling into busy lives, to access support from different locations, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable. These flexible options help therapists and clients maintain continuity of care and adapt sessions to changing schedules and needs.