In-Person in Glenview, IL 60025
Online in Illinois
I have over 20 years of experience as a therapist/counselor. I enjoy using a positive psychology approach to help motivate my clients to make lasting emotional and behavioral changes. I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process - we will work on treatment goals that we define together! I encourage my clients to trust their own process, engage in self-acceptance to promote an improved sense of self-worth. I like to integrate strategies including mindfulness and cognitive/behavioral approaches to improve coping and emotional regulation skills. I believe that helping individuals develop insight into emotional and relationship patterns is a key component of therapy.
Client Focus
Session Format: Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dance / Movement Therapy Uses movement and body awareness to express emotions and improve mental health. It can increase confidence, reduce stress, and support healing.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Education & Credentials
Emily E. Smith LCPC, CADC, BC-DMT
- Female
- License # 180-004843
- Licensed in IL
- Practicing Since 2002
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $130
- Accepts Insurance
- Currently in-network with BCBS PPO, able to accept some out of network plans
Emily E. Smith Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Glenview, IL 60025
- Available Online for residents of Illinois
- Online Therapy Details: I offer online therapy appointments using a telehealth platform through Simple Practice. Telehealth appointments can be done on a computer, tablet, or smartphone.