He is a very kind man who listens to everything you have to say, and let's you talk.
Dr. Albert Smith, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Albert is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Albert. View 7 reviews
- Great news, Albert is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
Dr. Smith is great to work with. This is my first time with a therapist and it has been a great experience.
More about Albert
- 25 years' experience
- Male
- LMFT
I am Dr. Al Smith, and I am happy to share some information about me and my views of the counseling process. One of my passions in life is helping people find hope even in the most difficult situations. I have been working as a therapist for over twenty-five years, and I have been blessed to work with many individuals, couples, and families. You may have struggled with this decision to reach out for help, and I take that decision seriously and with a great deal of respect. I use a variety of approaches in my work as a therapist, and we will find the approach that is the best fit for you and the issues you are facing.
I have a master’s degree in marriage and family therapy and my doctorate degree in psychology, and I am a licensed therapist in the state of Texas. I would be honored to work with you and help you find hope, healing, and solutions for whatever you are facing.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Parenting issues
Self-esteem
LGBT Issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexuality
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Albert Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861632275.
- LMFT · Texas · 2256 · Renews September 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Dr. Albert Smith
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
He is a very kind man who listens to everything you have to say, and let's you talk.
Dr. Smith is great to work with. This is my first time with a therapist and it has been a great experience.
Dr. Smith is great. He is a wonderful listener and offers great advice. I really do appreciate him.
Dr. Smith has been wonderful! He takes in what I tell him and helps guide me through issues with a kind and supportive attitude. He has really changed my mind about therapy.
Dr. Smith is a genuine and caring person and has experience with the kind of issues I am dealing with. I have benefitted from just a couple of sessions with him, feeling more grounded, my mind is clear and I am much more in tune with how I feel. I would definitely recommend him as a counselor. He is professional and polite and felt safe to express myself honestly.
Dr. Smith is extremely understanding and respects where you are in your process. He makes it very easy to express your concerns. I also, love the fact that he can see where you have grown and where you are still in need; and offers wonderful exercises to help you heal.
Dr. Smith is very empathetic and thoughtful in his responses. Would definitely recommend!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Albert Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Albert 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 Dr. Albert Smith speak?
Dr. Albert Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Albert Smith have?
Dr. Albert Smith has 25 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Albert Smith licensed to practice?
Dr. Albert Smith is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Dr. Albert Smith accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. Albert 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 Dr. Albert Smith accept insurance?
Yes, Dr. Albert Smith accepts Cigna.
Does Dr. Albert Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Albert 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 Dr. Albert Smith offer?
Dr. Albert Smith offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Albert Smith?
Dr. Albert 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 Dr. Albert Smith?
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