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Lewis Smith, LPC
District of Columbia
Licensed counselor - anxiety and relationship concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Lewis
Lewis Smith is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) with 25 years of clinical experience in the District of Columbia. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and family concerns. He also helps with self-esteem, relationship and career problems.
Smith uses straightforward methods to address day-to-day problems. He notices unhelpful thoughts and habits with clients, then tries practical alternatives. Sessions focus on concrete steps such as changing thinking patterns, improving communication, and breaking cycles that feed anxiety or addiction.
His work often centers on relationship patterns and emotional responses. He helps people talk through intimacy issues, parenting strain, grief, anger, and caregiving stress. He also supports those coping with bipolar disorder, depression, chronic illness, or major life changes.
Motivational approaches and solution-focused work appear alongside client-centered listening. This means clients set goals, then try small, manageable changes to test what works. Progress is tracked in simple, measurable ways rather than vague promises.
Smith pays attention to issues like abandonment, adoption and foster care, blended family dynamics, and communication problems. He also addresses impulsivity, codependency, guilt and shame, and forgiveness. The emphasis is on clear steps people can take between sessions to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
How his approaches translate to online work
CBT is used to spot thought patterns and habits that keep problems alive, then to test small behavioral experiments and thought shifts that reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so a person’s goals and priorities drive each session. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps identify and name strong emotions in close relationships and work on new ways to respond that change interaction patterns. Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will discuss goals and preferences with each person and decide collaboratively which methods to emphasize. That means trying approaches, checking what works, and adjusting the plan over time. The profile does not specify session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and support check-ins between appointments. Some formats may be better when bandwidth is limited or a shorter focused check-in is needed, so review the available session types when you sign up.Areas of expertise
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What types of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, family concerns, self-esteem, relationship problems, grief, anger, career issues, bipolar and depression, and related areas listed in his profile.
How would he use CBT in sessions?
He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, then tests small changes to see what improves symptoms and daily functioning.
What is his background and experience?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience working with a wide range of life stressors and emotional concerns.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in the District of Columbia and holds the credential DC LPC as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online and in-person options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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