Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith, PhD, LPCC-S, OH

About Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith

Focus areas

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Life Transition

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Men's Mental Health Issues

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Depression

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Compassion Focused

Integrative

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith

Beth PilousSmith, LPCCS, helps individuals across Ohio find empowerment, resilience, and emotional healing through compassionate, evidencebased care. She offers individual therapy for children, teens, and adults, creating a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore lifeâs challenges and work toward meaningful change. Beth believes that every person deserves to feel seen, heard, and valued, and she partners with her clients to help them navigate transitions, improve relationships, and enhance overall wellbeing. Beth specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and traumarelated concerns, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT and Parenting Skills interventions to promote understanding and growth. She also works with clients experiencing ADHD, bipolar disorder, and obsessivecompulsive disorder, offering practical strategies to manage symptoms and build emotional stability. Her clinical approach integrates compassion and structure, ensuring that treatment is both supportive and goaloriented. Beth is particularly passionate about helping individuals recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals, those navigating parental custody matters, and clients managing current legal challenges. She recognizes the vulnerability and uncertainty that often accompany these situations and provides steady, judgmentfree guidance to promote stability and healing. Her extensive experience also includes supporting members of the adoption and foster care community, individuals with developmental disabilities, and first responders, as well as those within the kink, BDSM, and polyamorous communities. With more than 30 years of experience in clinical, school, and community settings, Beth brings both depth and empathy to her work. Outside of her practice, she enjoys painting, music, hiking, reading, learning new languages, and playing strategy games. These creative and intellectual pursuits reflect her belief in lifelong learning

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Ohio

Education and training

Capella University, Doctor of Philosophy

NPI number

1780735274

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith?

Generally, Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Pilous-Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith accepting new patients?

Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Pilous-Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith online?

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What practice does Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith work with?

Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith works with LifeStance Health - Ohio.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith?

Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Beth Pilous-Smith on their profile.