I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and Georgia with 10 years of experience in the field of mental health. I have worked across a span of settings with people who have a wide range of concerns. My background includes but is not limited to working with people with mood disorders, symptoms of psychosis, stress, anger, trauma, and anxiety.
My therapeutic style is collaborative and person-centered. My belief is that if we work together, we can optimize your well-being both mentally and physically. I am passionate about the work that I do and believe in treating everyone with dignity and respect. I have found that having someone who will listen openly and without judgement helps many start their journey to work towards learning how to better manage life. I believe in meeting you where you are at and helping you to build from there.
I want to walk with you on this journey and be a guide along the way. My goal is to help you feel empowered and capable of getting through whatever it is that is creating distress in your life. I strive to assure that each session you leave with feeling heard, a better understanding and sense of self and and a helpful action that can be taken to practice in between sessions. You have already taken the first steps by seeking help and I encourage you to follow through and take the brave step to now start that journey by booking your first counseling session.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Forgiveness, Intellectual disability, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
GA LPC LPC009247
SC LPC 6327
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Teresa Smoak. 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.
I have had the pleasure to have Teresa as my therapist for about a year and honestly cannot believe the impact she has had on me and my life. Teresa always listens openly and guides you through the session in a positive and supportive manner. This was my first time trying therapy and I was so lucky to have Teresa as my therapist. Thank you Teresa I truly appreciate the light you have brought to me, and the tools to help me understand myself well into the future.
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Teresa for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, adhd, and career difficulties
Teresa has been SUCH a huge help with me figuring out my key triggers while dealing with severe anxiety. Her voice is so calming and I never once felt an ounce of judgement while voicing my thoughts. She listens so well and helps me come to better understandings that I may not have been aware of. I would recommend her in any lifetime. She is quite literally THE best.
Written on Nov 27, 2023 after therapy with Teresa for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Teresa is very attentive and proactive with treatments and assessments. I really enjoy speaking with Teresa as she is very comforting and understanding.
Written on Oct 02, 2023 after therapy with Teresa for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
She’s helped me understand myself a lot and always reassured me even though when I stopped my subscription. She told me to keep it up and now that I realize that I have a lot more to unpack she was quick to respond
Written on Sep 07, 2023 after therapy with Teresa for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I have had such a great experience with Better Help and Teresa so far. It has only been two sessions and I have found her guidance very helpful.
Written on Aug 07, 2023 after therapy with Teresa for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Wonderful energy, cozy and peaceful yet determined and diligent in helping me grow! Kind, helpful, encouraging and motivating. Grateful for our match!
Written on Jun 28, 2023 after therapy with Teresa for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd