
Dora Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor (703) 493-0891
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As a licensed therapist in Virginia and South Carolina, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating life’s complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping clients work through challenges like anxiety, life transitions, social connections, and personal growth. I bring a compassionate, faith-informed approach to supporting women through various life stages and emotional experiences.
My therapeutic work centers on addressing issues such as stress management, communication difficulties, self-esteem, relationship dynamics, and personal identity. I understand the unique challenges of young adults, caregivers, and individuals experiencing significant life transitions. My approach is holistic, recognizing the interconnected nature of emotional, spiritual, and personal well-being.
I am committed to creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their experiences, develop meaningful coping strategies, and move towards healing and self-discovery. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, seeking personal growth, or working through complex emotional challenges, I’m here to support you on your journey.
Payment Options
Insurance Options
- Aetna
- Anthem BlueCross Blue Shield Virginia
- BCBS Federal Employee Program
- Cigna
- Curative
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
- UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
Orientation & Focus
Modalities
Languages Spoken
Specialties
- Addictions
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Pain Management
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sex Addiction
- Stress, Anxiety
Conditions Treated
- Abandonment
- Addiction & Substance Abuse
- Adoption & Foster Care
- Aging & Senior Issues
- Anxiety
- Attachment Issues
- Blended Families
- Body Image
- Caregiver Stress
- Chronic Pain & Illness
- Commitment Issues
- Communication Problems
- Coping Skills
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Depression
- Divorce & Separation
- Emptiness
- Family Conflict
- Fertility issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Grief & Loss
- Guilt & Shame
- Hoarding
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation & Loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Midlife Crisis
- Money & Financial Issues
- Mood Disorders
- OCD
- Panic Attacks
- Personality Disorders
- Polyamory & Non-Monogamy
- Pregnancy & Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self Esteem
- Sex Addiction
- Social Anxiety
- Stress
- Trauma & PTSD
- Veterans & Military
- Women's Issues
- Workplace Issues
- Young Adult Issues
Treatment Options
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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