Arley Smith, LCMHC, NC | Psychotherapist

About Arley Smith

Focus areas

Anger Management

Behavioral Problems

Depression

Anxiety

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Coping Mechanism Development

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Emotionally Focused

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Arley Smith

I’m a mom of three with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, and I’m passionate about wellness and holistic care. I enjoy spending time with my children, walking, and exploring the city, and I believe that self-care and a strong support system are essential to well-being. I use CBT as my primary approach and view counseling as a journey with no straight path—my philosophy is that healing is not about rushing to the destination, but about learning, growing, and finding strength along the way. My approach My approach to care is holistic and collaborative, combining CBT with a focus on wellness, self-care, and balance. I believe counseling is a journey with no straight path, and I work alongside clients to help them discover their strengths and build resilience. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can naturally unfold. My focus My ideal client is someone navigating life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression who is motivated to actively participate in the therapeutic process. I take a collaborative and holistic approach, using CBT to help challenge unhelpful thought patterns, or what I call ‘stinking thinking,’ and uncover irrational beliefs that may be holding them back. Together, we explore the connection between past experiences, including childhood trauma, and current stressors in order to promote healing and deeper self-understanding. I provide clients with practical tools such as homework, worksheets, affirmations, and coping strategies to apply outside of sessions, reinforcing what we do in therapy. I encourage measurable progress and celebrate small wins along the way, believing that lasting change comes from both insight and consistent action. My role is to walk alongside clients on their journey, offering support, structure, and encouragement as they build resilience and create healthier ways of thinking and living

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Stress Management

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - North Carolina

Education and training

Webster University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1174855852

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What practice does Arley Smith work with?

Arley Smith works with Rula Health - North Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Arley Smith?

Arley Smith frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Arley Smith on their profile.