- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotion-focused work
About Katina
Katina (Tina) Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Indiana with 26 years of experience. She focuses on relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family and parenting challenges, grief, intimacy issues, eating and coping with life changes. Tina aims to help people who are dealing with pain, frustration, confusion, or uncertainty related to these concerns.
She works in a straightforward, person-centered way. Sessions often involve talking through what feels stuck, identifying patterns that repeat from childhood or past relationships, and testing small changes to see what helps. Tina uses client-centered methods alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and emotional work to address thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice with adults and earlier work that included children and adolescents. That breadth informs how she frames relationship and family-of-origin patterns without assigning blame. She pays attention to how roles, expectations, and past losses shape current choices and mood.
Tina also draws on mindfulness and motivational interviewing to build practical skills. Mindfulness practices help manage strong emotions or anxiety. Motivational interviewing supports people who want change but feel stuck or unsure where to begin.
People who choose her often want clear, concrete steps and a steady conversational approach. She suggests focusing on manageable goals, improving communication, and learning coping tools. Before booking, prospective clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling details.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person in front of the therapist. It emphasizes listening, reflecting, and following a client's concerns to build clearer understanding and practical steps. This can help when family-of-origin roles feel confusing or overwhelming.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions use straightforward exercises to test new ways of thinking and behaving, which is helpful for anxiety, depression, anger, and repetitive patterns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) works with emotional patterns in close relationships. It helps people notice and change the interaction cycles that keep them stuck or disconnected.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will help clients choose or combine methods based on current needs, goals, and preferences. That choice is collaborative and may shift as therapy continues.
The original biography does not list specific session formats for online work, so confirm options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy routine, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. These practical benefits can help people maintain continuity while they work on communication, coping skills, and changing long-standing family patterns.
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family patterns?
She works with relationship issues, family concerns, parenting strain, and patterns that come from family of origin dynamics.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses a direct, person-centered approach combined with cognitive behavioral techniques and emotional processing to address thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 26 years of practice as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She is based in Indiana and holds the LMHC credential in Indiana.
Which languages are supported and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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