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Dionna Smith-Johnson, LCMHC

Compassionate support for life transitions and emotional wellness
  • Anxiety and stress support
  • Depression and grief care
  • Communication and coping skills

About Dionna Smith-Johnson

Dionna Smith-Johnson is a North Carolina Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) who supports individuals navigating complex emotional experiences and everyday stressors. Her work commonly focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, and relationship or communication challenges, with a compassionate and culturally responsive style that prioritizes understanding each person’s unique story.

She helps clients strengthen self-love, build healthier communication patterns, and begin healing from difficult experiences. Dionna provides supportive guidance for concerns like social anxiety, mood difficulties, grief, and personal growth, while maintaining an affirming environment where emotions can be explored openly and at a pace that feels manageable.

Using evidence-based methods, Dionna collaborates with clients to develop resilience, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and create strategies that support day-to-day wellness. Whether someone is feeling isolated, adjusting to a significant change, or seeking greater self-understanding, she aims to offer steady support and practical tools that align with the client’s goals and values.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPhobiasSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dionna Smith-Johnson have?

Dionna Smith-Johnson has 3 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Dionna Smith-Johnson a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dionna Smith-Johnson is licensed as an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor) in North Carolina. License number: NC LCMHC 18584.

In which languages does Dionna Smith-Johnson provide therapy?

Dionna Smith-Johnson provides therapy in English.

Where is Dionna Smith-Johnson located?

Dionna Smith-Johnson is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Dionna Smith-Johnson as my therapist?

You can work with Dionna Smith-Johnson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what you prefer and what is available.

Does Dionna Smith-Johnson work with international clients?

No. Dionna Smith-Johnson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dionna Smith-Johnson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Dionna Smith-Johnson uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a supportive space where clients can speak openly, feel heard, and explore emotions without pressure. This approach can be especially helpful for navigating grief, life changes, relationship stress, and the feeling of being stuck or unsure about what comes next.

She also draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical approach that looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. CBT can help clients notice unhelpful patterns, challenge limiting beliefs, and build coping strategies for concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dionna works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that fit the client’s needs, whether the focus is managing symptoms, improving communication, or building resilience through a difficult season of life.

Online therapy makes it easier to access consistent support through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can help clients stay engaged in therapy while balancing work, caregiving responsibilities, school, or changing schedules.

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