Lewis Smith
LPC helping with stress, trauma, relationships, and addiction
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About
Lewis Smith, LPC, is a licensed therapist with 25 years of professional experience supporting people facing complex life challenges. He works with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, grief, and mood disorders. His practice also addresses specialized areas such as adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and multicultural concerns.
His approach draws on evidence-informed methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. He aims to tailor interventions to the specific needs presented, integrating practical skills work with deeper exploration of patterns and emotional life.
Based in the District of Columbia, Lewis offers assistance with matters related to parenting, intimacy, career transitions, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He emphasizes collaborative work that honors each person’s background and goals, and he welcomes individuals seeking thoughtful, structured support across a broad range of personal and relational concerns.
His approach draws on evidence-informed methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. He aims to tailor interventions to the specific needs presented, integrating practical skills work with deeper exploration of patterns and emotional life.
Based in the District of Columbia, Lewis offers assistance with matters related to parenting, intimacy, career transitions, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He emphasizes collaborative work that honors each person’s background and goals, and he welcomes individuals seeking thoughtful, structured support across a broad range of personal and relational concerns.
- Location:
- District of Columbia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Relationship issues, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: DC LPC PRC384
- NPI Number: 1427682947
- License: LPC (District of Columbia)
Remote sessions with structured and relational methods
Lewis offers remote care that integrates goal-oriented techniques with relational exploration. He uses Client-Centered principles to create a collaborative tone while incorporating practical methods that help address symptoms and day to day functioning. Sessions can focus on skill building, problem solving, and processing of emotional experiences depending on what the individual brings.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and modify patterns of thinking and behavior that maintain stress or mood symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy provides a framework to explore attachment needs and interactional patterns within relationships. These approaches can be paired to address both symptom relief and relational change.
Internal Family Systems work is available for those wanting to map internal parts and navigate internal conflicts, often alongside Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change. Remote appointments are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different communication preferences.
How much clinical experience does Lewis have?
He has 25 years of experience as a licensed therapist.
What are his professional credentials?
Lewis holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Washington, D.C. under DC LPC PRC384.
Which languages does he offer therapy in?
This profile indicates he provides services in English.
Where is his practice based?
His practice is located in the District of Columbia.
What ways can people work with him remotely?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging for remote appointments.
Does he accept clients outside the United States?
Yes. The profile indicates he is accepting international clients.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started with his services?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.