- CBT focused
- Stress and anger
- Veteran concerns
About Dionne
Dr. Dionne Crosby Smith is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Louisiana with 12 years of experience. She works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses concerns linked to disasters, veteran and armed forces issues, multicultural challenges, phobias, and young adult transitions.
She sees therapy as a practical process. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and builds on existing strengths. Sessions focus on clear goals and steps that can be tried between meetings. The tone is direct and solution-oriented rather than vague or abstract.
Dr. Smith often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. That approach is useful for managing anger responses, reducing anxiety, and changing unhelpful habits tied to addiction or low motivation. She translates concepts into small exercises clients can practice in real situations.
Her work pays attention to context. She considers cultural background, life stressors such as natural or human-caused disasters, and military-related experiences when relevant. This helps make strategies fit day-to-day life instead of staying only in the therapy room.
Practical steps and measurable progress matter in her approach. Clients can expect collaborative planning, straightforward feedback, and assignments that aim to reduce flare-ups of anger, ease stress, and improve confidence over time.
Cognitive Behavioral tools for online sessions
Dr. Smith uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break the links between unhelpful thoughts and actions. CBT sessions focus on identifying thought patterns that fuel anger or anxiety, testing those thoughts, and practicing different reactions in everyday situations. That work is practical and aims to change what people do after they notice a trigger.She also emphasizes stepwise behavior change for issues like addiction and motivation. That involves setting small, achievable tasks, tracking progress, and adjusting the plan when needed. These exercises are chosen to fit the client’s daily life rather than being abstract homework.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps. Clients and the therapist pick tools together so the work fits personal needs and preferences.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking, since the profile does not list specific formats. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or remove travel time so therapy is easier to schedule. Confirm the available session formats and choose what best fits your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem issues, and depression, plus related concerns like phobias and young adult issues.
How does she approach therapy?
Dr. Smith uses practical, goal-focused work and draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to change unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior.
How many years has she practiced?
She has 12 years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in her profile.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor based in Louisiana.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are available to international clients and are offered in English.
Which session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.