Kali Smith, LCMHC
LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor)
Cary, NC
Online & In-Person
About me
Adulting is hard, and I will support you through all the stress and help you with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and other distress. I believe that the time you spend outside of therapy is even more important than the time spent in it, so I provide you with tools to take with into the real world. You and I will work together to identify concrete, attainable goals for your treatment and then guide you along the path we create.
While I specialize in helping people manage anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions, I work with a wide range of challenges that impact everyday life. Whether it’s coping with stress, adjusting to a big change, or finding better ways to focus and manage energy, I’m here to help you navigate it all. I’m also committed to creating an inclusive, non-judgmental space for everyone, with a special focus on supporting the LGBTQ+ community. My goal is to work with you to create balance, find clarity, and help you live your most authentic life.
My Approach to Therapy
I primarily draw from the cognitive behavioral approach to therapy, but I am largely a person-centered therapist who seeks to meet you where you are and proceed from there. Unconditional positive regard is a forefront of my therapy philosophy, as I know that acceptance alone is healing. I see myself as your equal, not an authority figure. Therapy is a journey we take together. I will weave elements of solution-focused and interpersonal psychotherapy into my therapeutic approach when appropriate.
License
License(s)
Education
Nova Southeastern University
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$150 - $200Sliding scale
YesAccepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Accepted insurance plans
- Aetna
- Out of Network
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Specialties and clinical interests
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Gender Identity
- Grief & Loss
- LGBTQIA+
- Life Coaching
- Self-Esteem
- Women's Issues
Therapy types
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotion Focused Therapy
- Mindfulness
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
Community specialties
- LGBTQIA+
Location
Etheridge Psychology
115 Kildaire Park Drive
Suite 313
Cary, NC 27518 US
Office is ADA Accessible
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
Languages
- English
Website and social media