I’ve been seeing Jen for a couple months and she has just been an incredible listener and someone to bounce ideas back and forth with. She gives me great things to think about. She has helped eased my anxiety and walked through difficult situations with me. I look forward to talking to someone I can say anything to.
Jennifer Smith, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Jennifer is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Jennifer. View 17 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Idaho
Recent reviews
Jennifer helped me immensely in a short amount of time. She helped me be brave regarding my actions in a relationship--in ways that I knew down inside but had yet to vocalize and act upon. She is a great listener, and able to quickly hear things that I don't even know I'm saying. She hears what's BEHIND the things I say. She has also given me more confidence in my own skills, abilities and life course. She's been great.
More about Jennifer
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
At any point in time, each of us are facing our own unique life's circumstances and their impact on us can be a lot to bear sometimes.
I understand and value the courage it takes to reach out for help navigating those circumstances. In some cases, those circumstances have to do with our past and some have to do with something more recent. My primary goal is to provide a judgment-free place to grow through and past what is getting in the way of living a fulfilling life.
I've been working as a private practice counselor for over 9 years working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Idaho. I've helped treat individuals with anxiety, depression, PTSD, Bipolar disorder, family conflicts, co-parenting issues, blended family issues, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Whether you need assistance developing specific attainable goals for the short or long term, or working through historical, current, or situational challenges as your counselor I feel honored to have the chance to walk alongside another's journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
Licenses
Jennifer Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467884627.
- LCPC · Idaho · LCPC-6924 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Jennifer Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve been seeing Jen for a couple months and she has just been an incredible listener and someone to bounce ideas back and forth with. She gives me great things to think about. She has helped eased my anxiety and walked through difficult situations with me. I look forward to talking to someone I can say anything to.
Jennifer helped me immensely in a short amount of time. She helped me be brave regarding my actions in a relationship--in ways that I knew down inside but had yet to vocalize and act upon. She is a great listener, and able to quickly hear things that I don't even know I'm saying. She hears what's BEHIND the things I say. She has also given me more confidence in my own skills, abilities and life course. She's been great.
Jennifer has been great. I love how she asks questions that help me see things in a different way. She listens and is great at finding words that describe what I’m getting at. I’m excited to see what’s next and look forward in continuing!
Jennifer is lovely, calm, thoughtful and smart.
I've never tried therapy before. I had no idea how good it feels to talk to someone about what I'm feeling and getting a genuine response. I've only been communicating with Jennifer for 3 days but that is enough to be optimistic that things are going to get better.
Jenn is amazing, wise and Absolutely wonderful to work with!
Jen has been so helpful to me. She is incredibly wise but also very relatable. Talking to her feels like having an older sister or relative who has a very sophisticated understanding of the human mind. I have been so amazed by her ability to really listen and pull out insights from what I share, and have appreciated her open and non judgmental style. 11/10 would recommend.
Very attentive, intuitive, and knowledgeable. Amazing at reframing!
I came to Jennifer with relationship problems. I am a member of the LGBTQ+ community and she was able to still find ways to relate to my problems just like a heterosexual couple. Instead of being like other counselors and giving generic advice she found ways to get me to think about situations outside of the box. I would recommend her to everyone.
Jen is excellent! I feel heard and appreciated when we speak. She is extremely helpful, kind and considerate. Jen is just so easy to talk to and I enjoy our time.
I am so grateful to have found Jenn! She is even more than I was hoping to find in a counselor- kind, compassionate, great listener, funny, supportive, encouraging... she is a great communicator and very reliable. My life is better because she's in it!
I have greatly enjoyed my experience with having Jennifer as my counselor. She is smart, sound and she takes the time to fully listen. She truly cares. She has a warm, professional touch. I couldn’t ask for a better counselor and professional mentor.
She is awesome so far!!
This has been my first time ever seeking/having therapy. Jennifer made me soooo comfortable. It was very easy to open up to her and discuss key things to help better understand myself and things I am dealing with. Everytime we meet I feel like I am catching up with a really good friend. She's never pushy or judgemental. She definitely ignites thought provoking questions and overall has been super helpful.
Jennifer is an amazing counselor! She takes the time to listen and get to know you as a person so she can give you the best tools to improve your mood and take charge of your life! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for guidance and support to help get through a difficult time.
Jennifer has stood out to me compared to experiences with past therapists because she truly listens to me, I don't feel judged or belittled and shes helping me by giving me tools to work with rather than telling me what to do. She doesn't trap me in a box with a certain kind of therapy, she adapts to my needs. Shes kind and smart and so nice to talk to!
She has helped me tremendously, I have a long list of stuff and she has responded to me in a very caring way. If something isn’t working she just moves on to another to try out. She has a really amazing personality. I enjoy working with her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Jennifer Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Jennifer Smith works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Jennifer Smith speak?
Jennifer Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Jennifer Smith have?
Jennifer Smith has 9 years of experience.
Where is Jennifer Smith licensed to practice?
Jennifer Smith is licensed to practice in Idaho.
Does Jennifer Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Jennifer Smith does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Jennifer Smith offer?
Jennifer Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
How can I communicate with Jennifer Smith?
Jennifer Smith can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Jennifer Smith?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.