Katina (Tina) Smith

Katina (Tina) Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 26 years of experience helping people cope with trauma, relationship struggles, anxiety, depression, and grief. She speaks plainly and focuses on practical steps clients can use to feel steadier and more in control. Tina aims to create a calm, down-to-earth space where people can talk about what hurts and start to heal.

Her work centers on Trauma-Focused Therapy alongside Client-Centered and cognitive methods. Sessions move at the client's pace and focus on clear tools for managing symptoms, improving communication, and rebuilding confidence. She uses mindfulness and emotionally-focused techniques to help people notice patterns and try small changes.

Tina has spent many years working with adults and young people. She helps clients who face addictions, parenting stress, intimacy challenges, eating concerns, bipolar mood issues, and life transitions. She also supports people dealing with abandonment, domestic violence, blended family issues, and other layered difficulties.

In sessions she listens first and adapts her approach to each person. Expect straightforward conversation, skill practice, and gentle guidance on coping strategies. Her goal is to help clients find more peace and clearer ways of handling everyday pressures.

Tina practices in Indiana and works in English. People from other countries may connect as well. To begin, clients choose the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.

How her approaches guide online therapy

Trauma-Focused Therapy helps people process painful events at a manageable pace. It focuses on reducing the impact of traumatic memories and teaching skills to handle strong emotions and triggers. Client-Centered Therapy places the person at the center of care, with the therapist listening closely and following the client's lead to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors together, teaching practical exercises to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and change unhelpful patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Tina will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That means testing techniques, checking progress, and adjusting the plan when something isn’t helping.

The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for flexible scheduling around work or family demands. They also let people practice skills in real-life settings between meetings. Talk with the therapist when you schedule to learn which formats she currently offers and to pick what will work best for your routine and goals.