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Lesley Smith, LCPC

Hello and welcome! I am so glad you're here... 

Relationships can feel challenging, especially when you are putting in effort but nothing seems to change. Feeling disconnected from a partner or struggling to connect with your teen can leave you frustrated, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next.

You do not have to navigate that on your own. Therapy provides a space to slow down and take a closer look at what is happening beneath the surface. I offer a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you can speak openly, feel supported, and begin to understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Together, we will focus on strengthening communication, building deeper understanding, and creating a clearer path forward.

My approach is collaborative and draws from Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Transactional Analysis. This allows us to explore how your thoughts, experiences, and interactions shape your relationships and identify practical ways to move forward.

I earned my master’s degree in counseling from West Virginia University and am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). With over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I have worked in psychiatric hospitals, juvenile treatment centers, detention facilities, and schools. These experiences have provided a strong foundation in understanding how life experiences influence the way we relate to others.

I am especially passionate about working with adults and teens who feel stuck or disconnected in their relationships. My goal is to help you develop new ways to communicate, reconnect, and feel more confident in your relationships.

If you are ready to feel more clear, connected, and confident, I would be glad to support you.

In-network with the following Insurance plans: 

  • Carefirst BlueCross Blue Shield 
  • Aetna
  • United Healthcare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Oxford 
  • Oscar
  • Sentara Health Plans 
  • Quest Behavioral Health