
Brian Smerdon
Experienced Florida mental health counselor
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Experienced Florida mental health counselor
Start with Brian SmerdonLicensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Brian Smerdon is a licensed mental health clinician with 11 years of professional experience. He is licensed in Connecticut, Florida, Vermont, Idaho, and New Hampshire and is credentialed as FL LMHC MH23714, which denotes a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
He has worked with people managing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, as well as with those seeking greater motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Brian approaches therapy believing that each person is the expert on their own life and that individuals already possess strengths that can help them move through difficult challenges.
He aims to offer practical, respectful support as clients navigate change. He recognizes the courage it takes to begin therapy and supports those who take that first step toward growth.
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a real difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable to traditional in-person sessions for most people.
One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it simpler to fit care into a busy schedule.
Therapists who offer remote services are licensed professionals, and clients may request a different therapist at any time if they are looking for a different fit. This model aims to make consistent, professional support more accessible while preserving the variety of communication options that help people engage with therapy on their own terms.