Elizabeth Smith , LCSW

Elizabeth Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oregon with over 3 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. She brings a compassionate, person-centered attitude to her work and focuses on helping people navigate a wide range of emotional and relational concerns. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a professional license that indicates training and authorization to provide clinical social work services.

Her clinical background includes support for people dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, relationship difficulties, family dynamic distress, communication challenges, attachment concerns, emotional abuse, and trauma. In addition to her psychotherapy practice, she has worked in social work and mental health for over 8 years assisting members of the Severe and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) population as they work toward recovery and rebuilding their lives.

Elizabeth approaches therapy in a non-judgmental, caring, person-centered, and collaborative way. She aims to create a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences, strengthen coping skills, and pursue meaningful change at a comfortable pace.

Could Remote Therapy Be the Right Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist online can truly help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and navigating life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect in the format that feels most comfortable to them, whether that is a video call, a phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to integrate therapeutic support into a busy schedule or to maintain continuity of care during life changes.

Therapists who provide online services are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch to a different therapist if they would like a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers accessible and practical ways to work on mental health and relationship goals while keeping care consistent with their lifestyle.