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Online therapist

Quinton Smith

Support for parents and life stressors

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Credentials
LPC
Experience
10 years
Licensed in
Mississippi
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Quinton

Quinton Smith is a licensed professional counselor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, mood concerns, and parenting challenges. He writes plainly and listens closely to what matters most to each person. Quinton aims to build clear goals together and keep sessions practical and down-to-earth.

Quinton uses a person-centered stance that emphasizes honesty, acceptance, and a non-judgmental attitude. He combines that with ideas from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and mindfulness practices.

Background and approach

Those methods are used to address grief, trauma, addictions, low self-esteem, and related concerns. Sessions focus on identifying concrete, manageable steps. Quinton asks clients to share their situation fully so he can tailor what happens in session.

He often teaches skills for coping with strong emotions, changing unhelpful thinking patterns, and improving everyday routines. He brings ten years of experience and emphasizes cultural awareness and respect. Quinton aims to work with people in ways that fit their values and life circumstances rather than forcing a single method.

Clients can expect a calm, straightforward environment where the aim is learning tools that last beyond therapy. Progress is described in terms of small, practical changes that make daily life easier.

Approaches that translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions. It teaches values-based steps so people can act in ways that matter to them even when emotions feel strong. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and mood symptoms. It is practical and skill-oriented, which fits well into brief online sessions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can be used to address distressing memories by combining focused attention with specific processing techniques; it is applied carefully and often in structured sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Quinton aims to collaborate with each person to choose which methods fit their goals and comfort level. He starts by asking about needs and preferences, then adjusts techniques so the plan feels manageable and realistic.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls let therapists and clients see each other for interactive skill teaching. Phone sessions work when video is impractical. Live chat and text-based messaging allow shorter check-ins, homework support, and ongoing connection between scheduled sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy family and work routines while keeping the focus on practical change.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Quinton commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and parenting issues, among other related areas.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a person-centered style that is accepting and non-judgmental while adding goal-focused skills from CBT and ACT.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Quinton has ten years of experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the LPC credential with licence number MS LPC 2547 and practices in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs handled for therapy?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
Mississippi
Languages
English

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