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Angela Smyser, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem, Motivation Depression Compassion fatigue
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

Life can be challenging, and we all need a little support from time to time. I firmly believe in fostering a warm and interactive therapy environment, where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself. Your well-being is my top priority, and I am committed to treating you with the utmost respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, grief, or caregiver difficulties, I am here to assist you. I have experience working with a wide variety of concerns, and I am dedicated to helping you find the strength and resilience within yourself to overcome these obstacles.

My therapy style incorporates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and strengths-based approaches. By tailoring our dialog and treatment plan to your specific needs, I aim to provide you with the most effective and personalized support possible. Together, we can develop strategies to empower you on your path to a more fulfilling life.

Embarking on the journey towards personal transformation requires courage, and I want to applaud you for taking this important step. If you feel ready to explore new possibilities and make positive changes, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am here and eager to support you every step of the way.

Professional experience

5yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Grief Self esteem, Motivation Depression Compassion fatigue

Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Emptiness, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

PA LCSW CW022104

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Angela Smyser. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Angela has been fantastic throughout my therapy journey. She’s patient, listens carefully, and always provides practical tools to help me manage my challenges. I feel comfortable opening up to her, and she never judges

Written on Oct 28, 2024 after therapy with Angela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem

Angela is very kind and understanding. She has helped me through a very difficult phase this year and I am grateful to have her rcpertise

Written on Oct 19, 2024 after therapy with Angela for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

She listens and offers positive advice and encourages goals and opportunities to do so

Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with Angela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

I always feel so much better after talking to her. I wish I could meet her in person!

Written on Sep 19, 2024 after therapy with Angela for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

She is caring, clear, and supportive. Thank you

Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Angela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She’s helping me find out ways to be better for myself and grown mentally

Written on Sep 16, 2024 after therapy with Angela for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd