Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, ADHD, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Trauma / PTSD, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Avis
Avis Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor (LPC-S) with over 13 years of experience working with clients of all ages. She specializes in treating anxiety, compassion fatigue, familial conflicts, marriage and couples, life transitions, and women's issues. Avis believes that the counseling experience is a very intimate experience that is designed with the client’s needs at the forefront.
Avis is very passionate about mental health. She believes that in order for you to be of value to anyone else, you must take care of yourself. She is eclectic in her approach to treatment, which means that she uses a variety of approaches to meet her clients’ needs. Most commonly, she utilizes a solutions-focused (SFT) approach. This means she meets you where you are while focusing on how to set realistic goals for your future.
The two of you will partner together to establish goals and implement strategies to overcome life's challenges. There is no better time to take back your life and obtain the peace that you deserve—reach out to schedule with Avis today.
Get to know Avis
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
To assist individuals in their life journey.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with clients that are open and driven towards moving forward positively in their life's journey.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am most excited to work with clients that are determined to reach their counseling goals regardless of the challenges that they may face.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
You get out of therapy what you put into therapy.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I chose to practice at Thriveworks because I believe in their mission and vision.
What inspires you?
My children are my inspiration.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
The first session is designed to create a rapport between therapist and clients.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I strive to build a rapport with my clients in the first session while assisting them in feeling more comfortable in the therapeutic experience.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Travel with family and friends.
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
I am an enthusiast.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 13 years
- Graduating institute
- Texas Southern University
- Graduating degree
- Doctor of Education in Counselor Education
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