Rena has been helping me tremendously to cope with trauma and anxiety at a very challenging moment in my life.
Rena Smith, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Rena is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Rena. View 13 reviews
- Great news, Rena is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Louisiana
Recent reviews
She has been great so far. She doesn’t pull any punches, but I feel incredibly supported in my sessions with her.
More about Rena
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Louisiana with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Family conflicts
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Avoidant personality
Codependency
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family of origin issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Personality disorders
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Rena Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851586663.
- LCSW · Louisiana · 5663 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Rena Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Rena has been helping me tremendously to cope with trauma and anxiety at a very challenging moment in my life.
She has been great so far. She doesn’t pull any punches, but I feel incredibly supported in my sessions with her.
Rena is kind, friendly, knowledgeable and above all, caring. Very insightful.
Rena is knowledgeable, and empathetic. Our discussions have helped me to realize some things .
Rena has changed my life. I have been going to therapy off and on for 8 years. I have had multiple therapists, and I have trouble trusting therapists due to a bad past experience. However, early in 2023 I missed the feeling of having a therapist that I can confide in so I decided to give Better Help a try. I’m not sure if Better Help is just that good at matching people to therapists or if the universe finally made things happen for me, but Rena is truly a too good to be true therapist. I still cannot believe that I learned what I learned from her. If I didn’t meet her I honestly don’t know where I’d be. After years and years of pain I finally believe that I can have a beautiful life. This is all thanks to the inner child work I’ve been doing with Rena to heal the shame that binds me.
In just a few months, Rena has really changed my life. Navigating my dysfunctional family has been a challenge my entire life. Because of Rena….I know I’m on the path to healing and changing for the better.
Working with Rena has changed my life.
Rena is down to earth, warm, caring and compassionate. She is very helpful at focusing on my needs and she has a lot of experience with my situation.
Rena has been great for me, she has a down to earth and easy going approach. She is able to help me see my problems for what they are, and help me to focus on taking the right steps to work through them.
I began Better Help therapy w Rena Smith when I was an emotional wreck after a move to a new state where my daughter lived, with my elderly husband w Alzheimers and my 93 year old mother. Rena helped me enormously by promoting healthful thinking, such as letting go of perfectionism, forgiving myself for occasional overeating, implementing breathing exercises and improved sleep hygiene, being kind to myself, celebrating the small victories, farming out tasks, and spending positive time w my husband and mother. All her efforts paid off, as I feel transformed. I cannot thank Rena Smith and Better Help enough, and that is speaking from the bottom of my heart!!!
Mrs. Rena is so thoughtful and caring.
Mrs.Rena was amazing she understood what was going on with me
Great experience! Helped my life in positive ways.
Frequently asked questions
Does Rena Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Rena Smith works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Rena Smith speak?
Rena Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Rena Smith have?
Rena Smith has 23 years of experience.
Where is Rena Smith licensed to practice?
Rena Smith is licensed to practice in Louisiana.
Does Rena Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Rena Smith does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Rena Smith offer?
Rena Smith offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Rena Smith?
Rena Smith can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Rena Smith?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.