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Claudia Smith, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Claudia 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 Claudia. View 34 reviews
Great news, Claudia is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Claudia is very understanding and easy to talk to. I have felt so supported and comforted when opening up about the darkest and hardest parts of my life. She has made me feel safe in our conversations and has understood me in the short time we have had so far. She has provided a lot of resources as well which have been very valuable. My only complaint is that the sessions go by so quick, which just goes to show how much I appreciate our sessions.

Reviewed December 2024

Very easy to talk to

Reviewed December 2024

More about Claudia

  • 40 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in California with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression ADHD Family conflicts Grief Bipolar disorder Coaching Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Fatherhood issues Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Impulsivity Jealousy Life purpose Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Traumatic brain injury Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Claudia Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356008932.

  • LCSW · California · 11171 · Expires August 2026

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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Claudia Smith

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

34 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Understanding Grateful Healing Helpful Knowledgeable The best Easy Helped

Claudia is very understanding and easy to talk to. I have felt so supported and comforted when opening up about the darkest and hardest parts of my life. She has made me feel safe in our conversations and has understood me in the short time we have had so far. She has provided a lot of resources as well which have been very valuable. My only complaint is that the sessions go by so quick, which just goes to show how much I appreciate our sessions.

Reviewed December 2024

Very easy to talk to

Reviewed December 2024

Am very satisfied with Claudia

Reviewed November 2024

The best thing I have heard in the last year about my therapist, Claudia Smith, is when my grown up 41 year old daughter said, “I don’t know who this woman is or her degrees, but I see Real Changes in you and that has made us grow closer!!

Reviewed November 2024

Great experience

Reviewed August 2024

Best therapist I've ever had on BetterHelp , so happy to have found her

Reviewed August 2024

I cannot believe how much progress I’ve made in such a little time!

Reviewed July 2024

Claudia is a wonderfully kind, thoughtful, and practical therapist. She has helped me so, so much in the time we’ve been working together. Not even just with current things, but also with unpacking and understanding my past. She has truly changed my life for the better!

Reviewed July 2024

Claudia has been such a big help to me and I feel she goes above and beyond in order to help me with whatever issues I may be having. She gives me the tools I need to help me work on improving my life. I am grateful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed July 2024

Claudia has been a critical ally in my transition after my wife's passing. She is smart, insightful and very compassionate.

Reviewed June 2024

Claudia Smith has a breadth of experience coupled with an instinctive empathy and understanding that are a wonderful combination in a therapist. She has a great deal of kindness and understanding, but also knows how to provide structure and accountability, so therapy with her is active for the patient and builds in work and thought towards healing and future structures of stability.

Reviewed June 2024

Claudia has been god sent to me. I love working with her. She listens deeply provides very helpful articles and hints that have been instrumental in my healing from burnout and exhaustion as a mom working in tech

Reviewed June 2024

Claudia is great. She has excellent advice and shares helpful articles via messaging as well. Highly recommend.

Reviewed June 2024

Claudia was attentive and supportive. Knowledgeable and kind. Understanding and offered alot of external information for me to continue my healing and growth. I will return to her, if I need to and I very highly recommend her to anyone struggling with life's challenges.

Reviewed June 2024

I love Claudia Smith!! I feel so strong and renewed after our sessions. Not only is she professional, but she has such a fun personality, she makes me laugh! would highly recommend Claudia!

Reviewed May 2024

Claudia is a fantastic therapist. She asks the right questions and helps you realize behaviors and patterns about yourself that you never would have alone. I would highly recommend working with her if you get the opportunity!

Reviewed May 2024

All I can say is that she was heaven sent. So grateful to have met Claudia. I almost gave up on finding a proper therapist until Claudia came along. She is truly a gift.

Reviewed May 2024

Claudia is the best!!!!

Reviewed April 2024

Claudia has provided me with a number of resources to understand the issues I am dealing with as well as methods to manage them.

Reviewed April 2024

Claudia is awesome. She is knowledgeable and kind and really listens and gives great insight and feedback. So glad I made the decision to reach out for help.

Reviewed March 2024

This was my first time and had the best experience with Claudia

Reviewed March 2024

Claudia is a thoughtful and caring therapist. I’ve had 3 since 2020, she’s my favorite.

Reviewed February 2024

Really nice and explains things I didn’t know I needed to address. Great therapist

Reviewed February 2024

She is great at what she does and makes you feel comfortable talking to her. Her experience alone speaks for itself.

Reviewed January 2024

Claudia is a wealth of wisdom who has listened and challenged me to have the courage to look into the depth of my soul, and has helped me move forward in my life in numerous ways, while giving me the skill set and resources to tackle these challenges head on. I’d highly recommend her to anyone who’s struggling to listen and follow their heart!

Reviewed January 2024

Claudia is a very knowledgeable and helpful therapist. She has given me tools to help heal and deal with life's problems from an analytical view rather than reacting emotionally to a situation. I am grateful I have found her and highly recommend her if you are ready to change your perspective in life!

Reviewed January 2024

Claudia has been great. After 2 sessions, I'm already feeling better about things going on in my life!

Reviewed November 2023

She has paid attention to what I have to say and has given the advice that I needed to hear and has so far followed up and see how I am feeling and have other concerns or things I needed to share.

Reviewed November 2023

Claudia responds quickly, offers help, ideas and media sources between sessions. She is also very pragmatic and direct.

Reviewed November 2023

I went through, am going through a difficult break-up, and Claudia has been able to talk to me when I need it. She sensed my urgency and made time for me, and I appreciate it.

Reviewed September 2023

Claudia knows her stuff and she gave me in our initial meet and greet some great advice. It will be all good. I know and feel it.

Reviewed September 2023

Claudia draws from real life experience and highly professional education/ experience. If you have ever navigated life you know how equally important both are to being a great therapist. I feel lucky to have found her. She cares and that is also an amazing attribute, not easily found. Claudia gave me quick advice which I immediately implemented and I am grateful.

Reviewed September 2023

Claudia is very communicative and genuinely cares. She reached out to me prior to every session to check if there was anything specific i wanted to talk about so she could be prepared for our calls. I really appreciate her honesty. Would recommend her over and over again.

Reviewed September 2023

She seems to know her stuff and does a darn good job

Reviewed September 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Claudia Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Claudia 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 Claudia Smith speak?

Claudia Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Claudia Smith have?

Claudia Smith has 40 years of experience.

Where is Claudia Smith licensed to practice?

Claudia Smith is licensed to practice in California.

Does Claudia Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Claudia Smith accepts 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 Claudia Smith offer?

Claudia Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Claudia Smith?

Claudia 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 Claudia 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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