She's awesome I would recommend her 10/10
Diane Smith, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Diane is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Diane. View 22 reviews
- Great news, Diane is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
Recent reviews
Diane Smith is down to earth, professional empathetic and has expertise from a variety of areas which she brings to therapy. It is extremely helpful to have someone with real life experience that is relevant to my own. I highly recommend Diane as an excellent therapist.
More about Diane
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hi, my name is Diane Smith.
Congratulations on reaching out for help. You have made a huge step towards achieving your goals. I have been working with teens, adults, and couples since 2010. I tailor my treatment approach to each client because I believe each one of my clients is an expert on themselves. I help my clients to recognize, discover and develop their own resources. I use a variety of psychotherapeutic modalities to enable my clients to reach their unique wants and needs. Some of the issues that I provide psychotherapy for are depression, anxiety, panic attacks, O.C.D., trauma, stress reduction, LGBT, family difficulties, couples therapy, grief, and P.T.S.D. I am passionate about helping people and I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Thank you for your time,
Diane Smith
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Control issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Self-love
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Diane Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497143135.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC010697 · Renews February 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Diane Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's awesome I would recommend her 10/10
Diane Smith is down to earth, professional empathetic and has expertise from a variety of areas which she brings to therapy. It is extremely helpful to have someone with real life experience that is relevant to my own. I highly recommend Diane as an excellent therapist.
Diane is a very compassionate, well educated therapist. I immediately felt comfortable and well listened to. Highly recommend.
Diane is going to change how you think about yourself and mental health!
I feel like my sessions have been beneficial. Diane Smith always listens and provides feed back which is helpful. Thank You Diane
Diane is very understanding and non-judgemental. She is good at tolerating my going over the same issues until I have worked through them.
She is absolutely amazing in every way!
She’s great!
I’ve had a few different therapists and I find Diane very easy to talk with. She has patience and clearly listens to my concerns about life events. She gives real advice from different aspects of her own life, too, which is relatable. I think I’ve had her as my therapist for about 4 weeks but I’d recommend her to others, too!
She is awesome, her been there, and got through it manner makes it easy to connect! SO very non judgmental helps you let your guard down and really unpack issues. Its like speaking to a close friend THAT HAS REAL TOOLS to press forward. She is patient when you hung up on something and gives you other avenues to tackle it! Cant say enough about her help
Super helpful and open minded. Easy to talk to
My experience with Diane Smith has been extremely positive and our sessions have been overall beneficial to my mental health. Diane is great at problem solving and talking through your issues. Very personable and relatable fantastic experience in total.
She is completely relatable and just a great person to talk to. Whenever you are in a funk she finds great ways to help you out by comparing past personal experiences. And that means a lot. Fast communication too
She listens and counsels very well and is interested in her clients in comparison to my other past therapists outside of Pride Counseling system
Diane is very understanding and offers help in improving my future! She is very relatable and professional.
My first session with her she almost immediately made me feel very comfortable. She is very down to earth and understanding.
I haven't been on Betterhelp for that long but I LOVE my counselor
She’s great!
I am happy that I have been able to work with Diane Smith. I felt comfortable with her from the moment we start talking.
Diane is great, very easy to talk to and open. I adore her.
Very down to earth. Clear that she has a lot of experience in counseling. Extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
So far so good. Diane is very down to earth and relatable.
Frequently asked questions
Does Diane Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Diane 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 Diane Smith speak?
Diane Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Diane Smith have?
Diane Smith has 12 years of experience.
Where is Diane Smith licensed to practice?
Diane Smith is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Diane Smith accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Diane Smith accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Diane Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Diane 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Diane Smith offer?
Diane Smith offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Diane Smith?
Diane 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 Diane Smith?
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