Deborah Smart, LMHC
Therapist in Florida
Deborah Smart is a licensed mental health counselor with 22 years of clinical experience.
- Licensed inFlorida
- LicenseMH11155
- NPI 1720418718
- Experience22+ years
- LanguagesEnglish
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About Deborah
Deborah Smart is a licensed mental health counselor with 22 years of clinical experience. She combines a background in education and school counseling with graduate training in mental health counseling to guide people through hard times. Deborah aims to be a steady, compassionate presence as someone works toward clearer thinking and calmer days.
Her work focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship concerns. She also supports people coping with grief, parenting strain, career questions, and major life transitions.
Background and approach
Deborah includes faith-based perspectives when a client requests that approach. Deborah uses Attachment-Based Therapy alongside a mix of practical methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness skills. She helps clients notice patterns, practice new ways of relating, and take concrete steps to reduce distress.
Sessions emphasize better communication, emotion regulation, and small behavior changes that add up over time. Her style is warm and collaborative. She listens for what matters to each person and helps set achievable goals.
Deborah describes therapy as a partnership where the client’s preferences and pace guide the work. Deborah works with adults from a variety of backgrounds and draws on two decades of counseling in multiple settings. She practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English.
People can expect straightforward, steady support aimed at greater clarity and improved day-to-day functioning.
Credentials
- LMHC (Florida)
- License MH11155 · expires March 2027
- NPI
- 1720418718 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Deborah lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Postpartum depression
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Deborah names
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Online support
Using attachment work and practical skills online
Deborah commonly blends Attachment-Based Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address emotional patterns and daily difficulties. Attachment-based work looks at how early relationship patterns shape current connection and trust, and it can help people improve intimacy-related concerns and communication. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing behaviors, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and managing mood swings.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Deborah works together with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time based on what is most helpful. This collaborative rhythm helps clients try new ways of relating and measuring small changes between sessions.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets the therapist and client see nonverbal cues and do deeper conversational work. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a client prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, skill practice, or when someone needs flexibility during a busy day. These options make scheduling across mornings, afternoons, or evenings more workable for many people.
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Frequently asked
What kinds of concerns does Deborah address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship difficulties, plus parenting, grief, career issues, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and related life changes.
What is Deborah's general therapy style?
Her style is warm and collaborative, focused on connection and clear communication while helping clients set realistic goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Deborah brings 22 years of experience working in multiple counseling settings and with a wide range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as FL LMHC, and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does Deborah offer?
She conducts video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.
How are costs and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Deborah?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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