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Lee Anne Smith

Lee Anne Smith

LPC

Mindful, practical counseling for life changes

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

Texas, Colorado

Languages

English

Licenses listed

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindfulness-based care
  • Goal focused work
  • Warm collaborative style

About Lee

Lee Anne Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Colorado with 15 years of practice. She brings a calm, straightforward approach and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and addiction concerns. Her manner is warm and interactive, and she aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable.

She uses Mindfulness Therapy to help clients notice thoughts and feelings without judgment and to build steady, present-moment skills. She pairs that with client-centered methods that keep the conversation focused on each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used as practical ways to change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior.

Lee Anne adapts sessions to what each person needs. She pays attention to attachment issues, relationship problems, grief, intimacy questions, and body image concerns. She also addresses struggles tied to chronic illness, codependency, dissociation, and forgiveness, tailoring the work to the situation.

Her style values sensitivity and respect. She aims to be flexible and creative when working through painful memories, trauma, and identity issues. The goal is to support clearer choices and steadier coping during life changes.

People who come to her can expect practical strategies combined with steady listening. She will work with clients to set goals, try interventions that fit, and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Mindful and Practical Approaches for Online Therapy

Lee Anne uses Mindfulness Therapy to help people notice thoughts and bodily responses, build present-moment awareness, and reduce reactivity to stress. She also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationships shape current patterns, especially around trust and closeness. Client-Centered Therapy is part of her approach too, which means she keeps the focus on each person’s priorities and moves at the client’s pace.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She collaborates with clients to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. That choice can evolve as progress is made, and adjustments are welcome if something isn’t working.

Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins during breaks, reduce travel time, and offer consistency when schedules are tight. Many people find the combination of mindfulness practice and practical behavioral tools translates well to remote sessions, but specific formats should be confirmed at sign-up.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and related concerns listed in her specialties.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is warm and interactive, combining mindfulness, client-centered conversations, and practical behavioral tools to address day-to-day problems.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 15 years of professional experience helping people with a range of mental health and life challenges.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Colorado; she also holds licensure in Texas as documented.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with scheduling?

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