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Dr. Stephen Smith

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Welcome! I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. As your psychotherapist, I will work with you to increase your understanding of self, others, and relationships. I will help you to increase your skills for coping with past traumas, present challenges, and future worries. Through compassion and validation, I will strive to reduce your distress and increase your hopefulness about the future. I am committed to understanding you as an complex, whole person with a personal experience and story. Whether you are joining psychotherapy for the first time, returning to treatment, coming alone, or with others, I am ready to meet you where you are in your treatment journey. So, lets get started!

Years Experience: 11
Location: Virginia, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Male
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1386019867
Credentials: VA Psychologist 0810005262
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: Psychologist (Virginia) #0810005262 exp 2026-06-30
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse, Parenting, ADHD, LGBT, Relationship, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Depression, Coping with life changes, Male therapist, Gay, Non-religious
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Dr. Stephen Smith

Compassionate psychology for individuals and families
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Family and relationship help

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About

Dr. Stephen Smith is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Virginia with 11 years of professional experience. He has worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families, offering care across the lifespan.

He focuses on increasing clients’ understanding of themselves, others, and their relationships while building practical skills to cope with past traumas, current challenges, and future worries. Through a compassionate, validating approach, he aims to reduce distress and help clients feel more hopeful about what lies ahead.

Dr. Smith is committed to seeing each person as a complex, whole individual with a personal story. Whether someone is starting therapy for the first time, returning to treatment, attending alone, or coming with others, he meets clients where they are in their treatment journey. He is credentialed to practice as a VA psychologist, listed as VA Psychologist 0810005262.

Location: Virginia, United States
Years Experience: 11
Gender: Male
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: VA Psychologist 0810005262
  • NPI Number: 1386019867
  • License: Psychologist (Virginia) #0810005262 exp 2026-06-30

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One of the main benefits is flexibility. Clients can choose the mode of contact that fits their lifestyle and comfort level, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This makes it easier to maintain regular care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.

Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients can request a different therapist at any time if they prefer a different fit. For many, online therapy offers a practical, accessible way to get support and continue progress toward their mental health goals.

How much experience does Dr. Stephen Smith have?

Dr. Stephen Smith has 11 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Stephen Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Stephen Smith is a licensed psychologist and is credentialed as a VA psychologist (VA Psychologist 0810005262).

In which languages does Dr. Stephen Smith provide therapy?

Dr. Stephen Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Stephen Smith located?

Dr. Stephen Smith is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Dr. Stephen Smith as my therapist?

Clients can work with Dr. Stephen Smith by phone, video, live chat, or messaging.

Does Dr. Stephen Smith work with international clients?

Dr. Stephen Smith does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Stephen Smith cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Dr. Stephen Smith. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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