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Beverly Smith, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Beverly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
4.6 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Beverly. View 19 reviews
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

Recent reviews

Beverly has been a great therapist. She's very knowledgeable and down-to-earth.

Reviewed July 2025

Great therapy sessions. Informative and much needed!

Reviewed November 2023

More about Beverly

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Beverly (Ann) Smith Bio

In addition to being a therapist, I am a licensed clinical social worker (MSW, LCSW), certified dementia practitioner and former Baccalaureate trained nurse. This unique background enables me to empower others in multiple ways.

My over 20 years of experience includes working in hospitals, clinics, adoption/foster care agencies, assisted living facilities, and teaching as an adjunct professor at local junior colleges.

I have counseled children, teens, foster parents, grandparents, young parents, members of the LGBTQ community, and cisgender adults using cognitive behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, and mindfulness-based therapy.

I believe that good outcomes with therapy are significantly linked to being matched with the therapist best suited for you. My goal is to be caring, honest, compassionate, committed and effective.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety LGBT Issues Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self-esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Divorce and separation Domestic violence Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Narcissism Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Beverly Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891203956.

  • LCSW · Illinois · 149.019537 · Renews November 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 Beverly Smith

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.6

19 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Listens Helpful Great listener Knowledgeable Wonderful A great therapist Amazing Anxiety

Beverly has been a great therapist. She's very knowledgeable and down-to-earth.

Reviewed July 2025

Great therapy sessions. Informative and much needed!

Reviewed November 2023

Beverly Smith has been very helpful. She’s a great listener and provides excellent incite.

Reviewed June 2023

An incredible clinician.

Reviewed April 2023

She is a great listener and allows you to talk through your feelings and concerns while asking questions that make you think and analyze. I would reccommend her for sure!

Reviewed April 2023

I’ve only had two video call sessions, but I feel that we are already on a good track. I like that we talk through issues together. Beverly is very much a partner in my journey of healing and success.

Reviewed February 2023

She’s great!

Reviewed August 2022

If it wasn’t for her I don’t no we’re I be thanks from her I doing much better I can smile again

Reviewed July 2022

I am grateful that Anne is such a wonderful, knowledgeable and patient therapist. Having someone who truly listens in a safe environment that can help me navigate my anxiety and day to day issues concerns that come up has really helped me be in a more healthy place. Thank-you Anne!

Reviewed May 2022

I have been I have been working with Beverly for about a year now. She has been there for me through some very tough times and has helped me talk through the tough circumstances I was facing. She has always had a gentle approach and has been very helpful to chat with. In between our scheduled sessions she always checks in with a message which really helped me on days I was struggling. I highly recommend working with Beverly.

Reviewed April 2022

Great listener and great strategies.

Reviewed March 2022

Ann is a wonderful therapist. She listens, she asks questions that make me think and self evaluate, and she offers helpful practical advice.

Reviewed February 2022

She is an amazing Therapist. She takes the time to listen and she also gives you the right tools you need in order to work through your issues and to better yourself.

Reviewed December 2021

Ann is a very special person she's understanding wise . Gives me different ideas on how to handle my situation that I'm dealing with. I can see a long lasting relationship

Reviewed September 2021

She’s has great communication skills and comes with a plan!

Reviewed September 2021

She’s great she helped me reframe a some concepts about my last relationship that have helped my breakup recovery

Reviewed August 2021

She listens to me, she gives advice, she mentioned that she may say something to me that will hurt my feelings, and that was okay, I could be mad at her. But I have to be honest, what she said was real, it was true and it did NOT hurt my feelings. I NEED her truth, honesty, outside views right now. She is already helping me tremendously. This is a hard battle right now. I know I needed help. I’m thankful they matched me with Beverly.

Reviewed August 2021

Ms. Beverly is a great Therapist. She has helped me so much in the time I have spent with her so far. She not only listens, but provides the necessary tools to help me stay motivated and move forward in life.

Reviewed July 2021

Thoughtful, provocative and trusting.

Reviewed July 2021

How was your experience with Beverly?

Frequently asked questions

Does Beverly Smith offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Beverly 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 Beverly Smith speak?

Beverly Smith speaks English.

How many years of experience does Beverly Smith have?

Beverly Smith has 20 years of experience.

Where is Beverly Smith licensed to practice?

Beverly Smith is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Beverly Smith accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Beverly 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 Beverly Smith accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Beverly Smith accepts 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 Beverly Smith offer?

Beverly Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Beverly Smith?

Beverly 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 Beverly Smith?

Just tap the BOOK 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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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