Amirah Saldivar Smith, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Amirah is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- Great news, Amirah is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas and Arizona
More about Amirah
- More than 5 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Amirah is a licensed professional counselor supervisor and licensed chemical dependency Counselor with over twenty (20) years of experience. She graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio with a Master of Arts in Counseling in 2002. As a Licensed Professional Counselor- Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), she worked with community agencies and state correctional departments in both Texas and Arizona. She has worked in private practice for 13 years. She works with patients to address various life concerns with a focus on trauma, attachment, PTSD, parenting skills, anxiety, and depression. She became rostered in Child-Parent Psychotherapy in 2016 and provides specialized treatment to young children and their families. She also provides supervision and consultation to clinicians seeking independent licensure as a registered supervisor. Amirah uses an integrative approach to therapy with patients to help them to reflect on their life experiences for emotional awareness and to learn how these emotions shape behavior and communication. Through this process she helps you to gain more insight and practical tools to make life improvements and strengthen interpersonal connections. She commits to maintaining an environment that will progressively create a more open and secure relationship with her patients.
Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Licenses
Amirah Saldivar Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558534438.
- LPC · Texas
- LPC · Arizona
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
- Convenient.
- Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
- Available now.
- No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.
Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Amirah Saldivar Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Amirah Saldivar 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 Amirah Saldivar Smith speak?
Amirah Saldivar Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Amirah Saldivar Smith have?
Amirah Saldivar Smith has more than 5 years of experience.
Where is Amirah Saldivar Smith licensed to practice?
Amirah Saldivar Smith is licensed to practice in Texas and Arizona.
Does Amirah Saldivar Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Amirah Saldivar 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Amirah Saldivar Smith offer?
Amirah Saldivar Smith offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Amirah Saldivar Smith?
Amirah Saldivar 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 Amirah Saldivar Smith?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.