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Athina Smalios, LCSW
Florida
LCSW in Florida - Stress and Mood concerns
See online therapy options- CBT techniques
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution focused work
About Athina
Athina Smalios is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 20 years of experience. She helps people managing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, low self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
Clients can expect straightforward sessions focused on practical skills and clearer thinking. Athina uses methods that help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions focus on concrete steps rather than long theory talks. The tone is direct and task-oriented while remaining respectful.
Her background includes two decades working with adults facing major life stressors and emotional crises. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns that keep problems going and to build alternative habits. Motivational Interviewing helps when people feel stuck or unsure about change, and Solution-Focused Therapy supports quick, goal-directed progress.
Typical work includes short exercises, behavioral experiments, and goal planning. Athina often assigns simple between-session tasks to test what helps. She explains ideas in plain language and checks what works for each person.
Sessions are held from her Florida practice and conducted in English. She uses a subscription model for scheduling and payment that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is used before the first appointment, then a time is scheduled for an initial session.
How CBT and practical methods are used online
Online work can use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT concentrates on concrete exercises that translate well to remote sessions, like thought records and behavioral experiments that are reviewed together.Motivational Interviewing is useful when someone is unsure about change; online conversations can focus on clarifying values and building internal motivation in short, focused talks. Solution-Focused Therapy supports setting clear, near-term goals and tracking small steps toward them, which fits a structured online check-in approach.
Finding the best approach is part of the initial work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which combination of CBT, Motivational Interviewing, or Solution-Focused techniques fits goals and preferences. This is adjusted as progress is observed.
The practical benefit of online sessions is fitting them into everyday life. Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online appointments can make it easier to keep continuity of care, allow short check-ins during busy weeks, and reduce travel time so work or caregiving responsibilities are easier to manage.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on most?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and structured, emphasizing clear steps, behavioral practice, and testing new ways of thinking and acting.
How long has she practiced?
She has 20 years of experience working with adults facing major life stressors and emotional challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and practices in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.