Brian Smerdon, LMHC
LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Daytona Beach, FL
Online only
Free initial consultation
About me
I am an experienced Mental Health Counselor specializing in depression, stress, anxiety, PTSD, mental health and wellbeing.
I’m a therapist who blends clinical precision with deep empathy. My work is grounded in culturally responsive care, structured support, and a commitment to emotional safety. Clients often describe me as warm, thoughtful, and attuned—someone who brings clarity without judgment and honors complexity with compassion.
My practice offers a space where older adults, individuals, and families can explore life’s transitions, relational dynamics, and personal growth. Whether you're navigating grief, identity shifts, emotional distance, or simply seeking a place to reflect, I provide therapy that is paced with dignity and tailored to your story.
What I offer:
• Client-Centered Therapy: You lead the way. I bring structure and insight, but our work is collaborative and guided by your values.
• Culturally Attuned Support: I honor the layers of identity, background, and lived experience that shape your emotional world.
• Structured & Actionable Care: From progress notes to treatment plans, I ensure our work is clear, focused, and meaningful.
• Relational Depth: I specialize in helping clients navigate emotional distance, repair
Creative Tools When Invited: For those interested, I offer expressive strategies like narrative work or legacy projects to deepen reflection.
License
License(s)
Education
Nova Southeastern University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$85 - $165Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paypal
- Zelle
- Venmo
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
Accepted insurance plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Cigna
Specialties and clinical interests
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Anger Issues
- Anxiety
- Betrayal Trauma
- Bipolar & Other Mood Disorders
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Bullying
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Domestic Abuse/Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief & Loss
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Life Coaching
- Mental Health Professionals
- Parenting & Parent-Child Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pet Loss
- Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Injury
- Spirituality
- Stress/Stress Management
- Substance Use Disorders
- Suicide Loss
- Trauma & PTSD
- Violence
Therapy types
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
Community specialties
- Single Parents
- People with Disabilities
- Trauma Survivors
Faith-based specialties
- Atheism/Agnosticism
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Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Psychological Testing
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults (18+)
- Older Adults (65+)
- Individuals
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media