- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Client-centered care
About Arkava
Arkava Smith is a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC) in Delaware with 16 years of experience. She helps people who are managing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and abuse, and depression. She also addresses anger, relationship concerns, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, and related struggles.
Smith keeps sessions direct and practical. She listens first, then works with each person to set clear goals. She uses straightforward conversation and evidence-based techniques to reduce overwhelming feelings and improve day-to-day functioning.
Her approach draws on Client-Centered Therapy to focus on the client's perspective. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build new behavioral skills. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques are applied when people need help with strong emotions or difficulties tolerating distress.
Clients can expect an atmosphere where they can speak openly about anger, resentment, or frustration without judgment. The work often includes skill-building, tracking patterns, and short practical exercises to try between sessions. Progress is reviewed regularly and the plan is adjusted as needed.
Smith also brings experience with less common concerns such as antisocial personality issues, infidelity, multicultural matters, personality disorder presentations, postpartum depression, prejudice and discrimination, seasonal affective disorder, and young adult issues. Her practice addresses both immediate problems and coping for life changes.
Sessions are conducted in English and follow the professional standards for her credential. People who want to start are encouraged to use the site's matching steps to schedule an initial session and see how the approach fits their situation.
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's experience and priorities. It involves attention to what the client says, with the therapist reflecting and clarifying so people feel understood and can set their own goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. It is practical for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, anger patterns, and coping with life changes.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches specific skills for managing intense emotions and tolerating distress. It can help when anger feels overwhelming or when mood swings make daily life harder.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will help figure out which methods fit someone’s needs, goals, and preferences. That decision is made together and may change as progress is reviewed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy life - by saving travel time, making it easier to schedule brief check-ins, or allowing workday appointments. Talk with the therapist about what will best fit daily routines and the practical arrangements needed for sessions.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Delaware
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related issues does she handle?
She works with anger tied to stress, relationship strain, resentment, and difficulty managing strong emotions. Anger is listed among multiple focus areas she addresses.
How would she approach my temper during sessions?
The style is direct and practical, starting with listening and goal setting. Techniques often include skill practice, behavior tracking, and exercises to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have working with these issues?
She has 16 years of professional experience helping people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, and related concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LPMHC - Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - and practices in Delaware.
Can I book sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing will depend on your selected plan.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.