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Shyla Smith, LMHC

Support for anxiety, relationships, and healing
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma informed care
  • Culturally responsive therapy

About Shyla Smith

Shyla Smith, LMHC, is a Washington-licensed mental health counselor with 6 years of professional experience supporting adults through stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, cultural concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. As an LMHC, she is a licensed professional trained to provide psychotherapy and mental health support within her scope of practice.

Her work centers on creating an open, safe space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Shyla approaches therapy as a supportive process that honors each person’s courage in reaching out for help, especially when life feels heavy or unclear. She helps clients take meaningful steps toward greater fulfillment and a happier life, offering steady encouragement and compassionate guidance along the way.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shyla Smith have?

Shyla Smith has 6 years of professional experience providing therapy.

Is Shyla Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shyla Smith is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Washington. License: WA LMHC LH 60663752.

In which languages does Shyla Smith provide therapy?

Shyla Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Shyla Smith located?

Shyla Smith is located in Washington.

How can I work with Shyla Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Shyla Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.

Does Shyla Smith work with international clients?

Yes. Shyla Smith works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shyla Smith 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy 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.

Evidence-Based Support, Delivered Online

Shyla Smith uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through concerns such as stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, cultural concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. In practice, evidence-based care means using well-researched methods and tailoring them to the client’s situation, so sessions stay grounded, structured, and focused on meaningful change.

These approaches often include skill-building strategies to manage anxiety and stress, along with practical tools to navigate relationship patterns and communication challenges. They can also support clients who want to process the impact of trauma and build steadier coping strategies for day-to-day life, without rushing the pace of the work.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Shyla collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped before, and choose strategies that fit the client’s needs and preferences.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to get consistent support from home or while traveling, and to stay engaged even when life feels busy or unpredictable.

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