Dr. Alysia Smith , LPC, LCPC

Dr. Alysia Smith holds a doctorate in Developmental Psychology and two master’s degrees in Professional Counseling and Human Service Counseling, including a cognate in Addiction and Recovery. She is licensed in Wisconsin and has built six years of professional experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, and trauma and abuse.

Her approach centers on the belief that each person is the expert of their own life story and brings strengths that can be mobilized to address current challenges. With training in both counseling and addiction recovery, she integrates practical skills and evidence-informed strategies to help clients identify patterns, build coping skills, and move toward their goals.

Beginning therapy is often a courageous step, and Dr. Smith acknowledges that decision with encouragement. Her background in developmental psychology informs a thoughtful, individualized perspective on change across the lifespan, while her counseling credentials – LPC and LCPC, which stand for Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor – reflect formal training and state licensure. She aims to create a collaborative space where clients’ strengths and goals guide the work together.

Therapeutic Approaches and Virtual Care

Dr. Alysia Smith draws on several evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is often used to address issues like anxiety, stress, and mood concerns by teaching practical skills for coping with difficult situations.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It helps people manage intense emotions and improve relationships by building concrete skills for responding to strong feelings and conflict.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused method that supports people who feel ambivalent about change. It is commonly applied in work around addictions and other areas where strengthening motivation and commitment to change is important.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Smith works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow licensed professionals and therapists to meet clients where they are, accommodate busy schedules, and offer multiple ways to communicate and practice new skills between sessions.