Jill Smith, LCSW — Therapist in New Hampshire

Hi there, I'm Jill!

I use a strengths-based approach, exploring your strengths and supports that could be helpful to you. I also like to use handouts, worksheets, and give therapy homework to help you implement the changes you want to make.

My focus

I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and adjusting to life changes and stressors. If you are ready to make a change because what you've been doing all along is no longer working for you, then I may have something new to offer you.

My approach

I've been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. I also use a lot of mindfulness practice in my work with clients.

My communication style

I encourage open communication about how our work together is going for you. My goal is for you to meet your treatment goal. If you don't feel we are a good match or you're not developing a helpful rapport with me, please let me know, and I can assist you in finding someone who may be better.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always enjoyed helping others. I chose clinical social work because of the many opportunities to help others. I decided on being a therapist when I learned that there were very specific treatment modalities I could be trained in to help others make the changes they want to make in their lives.

My goals for you

My focus is helping you reduce your suffering and get back to living.

Our first session

During the first session, we will discuss the circumstances around you seeking counseling, the symptoms you've been experiencing, I'll gather some history, ask about your strengths and supports, and we will formulate a treatment goal that you feel is realistic for you to work toward.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of New Hampshire.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Jill Smith