About Karen Smith
Focus areas
Anxiety
Depression
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Life Transition
Work-Related Counseling
Confidence Issues
Self Esteem Issues
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Karen Smith
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should be a space where you can be honest, feel heard, and work through what’s happening in your life without judgment. I especially enjoy helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship changes, grief, career changes, and those seasons when life simply doesn’t look the way you thought it would. My approach is supportive, practical, and focused on helping you move forward in a way that feels right for you.
First session
During our first session, my priority is creating a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and understood. We will explore what brought you to therapy, identify your primary concerns, and begin discussing what you would like to accomplish. My goal is for you to leave the first session with greater clarity, a sense of direction, and confidence that we have begun developing a meaningful path forward.
Strengths
One of my greatest strengths is my ability to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment while also helping clients look at their experiences from new perspectives. I bring empathy, clinical insight, and a practical, solution-focused approach to each session. I believe in meeting clients where they are while thoughtfully challenging patterns that may no longer serve them. My goal is to help clients develop greater self-awareness, recognize their strengths, and identify meaningful steps toward the changes they want to make in their lives.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adult experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, or difficulty navigating a significant life transition. They may be facing relationship changes, divorce, grief, career transitions, an empty nest, or simply questioning what comes next. I work well with individuals who want to better understand what may be contributing to how they feel, recognize patterns that may be holding them back, and develop practical strategies for moving forward with greater clarity, confidence, and intention.
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More information on payments and coverage
Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider's self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan's benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Southern University at New Orleans, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1316422645
How soon can I make an appointment with Karen Smith?
Generally, Karen Smith has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Karen Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Karen Smith accepting new patients?
Karen Smith generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Karen Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Karen Smith accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Karen Smith online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Karen Smith using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Karen Smith work with?
Karen Smith works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Karen Smith?
Karen Smith frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Karen Smith on their profile.
What languages does Karen Smith speak?
Karen Smith speaks English.