Shirley Smith, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Shirley is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Shirley is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks Cantonese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Shirley
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
Therapy is all about self-acceptance and rediscovering yourself, and I work in multicultural and biracial issues. In therapy with me, I will learn about you as you are your own self-expert; you know yourself best. From there, we learn what has been working and not working for you. The relationship we build in therapy is essential to the effectiveness of your treatment. I use a holistic approach, which incorporates rational emotive behavioral, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, client-centered, psychodynamic, and family systems therapy. I provide feedback, insights, tools, coping mechanisms, and sometimes homework to assist you on this journey to have a happier, balanced, and fulfilled life.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Psychodynamic
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Shirley Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891312237.
- LMFT · California · 113518 · Renews May 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Shirley Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Shirley 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 Shirley Smith speak?
Shirley Smith speaks Cantonese.
How many years of experience does Shirley Smith have?
Shirley Smith has 6 years of experience.
Where is Shirley Smith licensed to practice?
Shirley Smith is licensed to practice in California.
Does Shirley Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Shirley 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 Shirley Smith offer?
Shirley Smith offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT).
How can I communicate with Shirley Smith?
Shirley 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 Shirley 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 BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.