Ellen Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor

My clients describe me as:

I providing a warm, open, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for individuals navigating the journey of recovery and healing.

Something to know about my approach is:

My approach to counseling is rooted in compassion, understanding, and respect for the inherent dignity and worth of each person. By creating a safe and supportive environment, I empower individuals to explore their challenges, strengths, and goals.

Together, we will:

As your counselor, I am here to provide guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies to help you overcome obstacles, build resilience, and embrace the full potential of your healing journey with courage, resilience, and hope.

I specialize in working with people who:

I specialize in the treatment of substance use disorders, co-occurring disorders, mood disorders, and trauma-informed care. I firmly believe that recovery is not a one-size-fits-all process, and I strive to tailor my approach to meet each client.

I became a therapist because:

My approach to counseling is rooted in compassion, understanding, and respect for the inherent dignity and worth of each person.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

Currently I am seeing clients virtually only, however hope to offer in-person sessions soon in the metro Atlanta area.

More about me and my practice:

Currently I accept Aetna, Cigna, and BCBS of Massachusetts. I also offer a self-pay rate and can provide a super bill for out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. When possible, I offer a sliding scale fee.