Carrie Smith, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Carrie is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- Great news, Carrie is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Carrie
- 11 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
My specialties include emotion regulation and shifting negative and intrusive thinking patterns to improve how a person navigates stress. My style of therapy is to meet my clients where they are and provide Solution-Focused treatment to support learning how to manage your emotional self outside of therapy. I have worked as a therapist since 2014 with adults, families, and couples, giving me a wide range of experience providing individual therapy to a diverse population. It is also essential for me to support people through some of their most challenging times in life, and for many, therapy provides just that!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP)
- Harm Reduction
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused
- Strengths-Based
Licenses
Carrie Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316160864.
- LCSW · California · 87808 · Renews February 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Carrie Smith offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Carrie 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 Carrie Smith speak?
Carrie Smith speaks English.
How many years of experience does Carrie Smith have?
Carrie Smith has 11 years of experience.
Where is Carrie Smith licensed to practice?
Carrie Smith is licensed to practice in California.
Does Carrie Smith accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Carrie 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Carrie Smith offer?
Carrie Smith offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
How can I communicate with Carrie Smith?
Carrie 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 Carrie Smith?
Just tap the CHAT 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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to Octave's website to start your therapy journey. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.