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About Delores
Delores Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with 47 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, and related areas such as self-esteem, addictions, and coping with life changes.
She uses approaches that encourage insight into how choices and actions affect daily life. That looks like talking through decisions, noticing patterns that get in the way, and practicing new ways of responding. Delores also draws on cognitive behavioral ideas and mindfulness to help people manage difficult thoughts and feelings moment to moment.
Her work addresses common relationship strains and intimacy-related issues. She helps people sort communication problems, control struggles, and conflicts that arise after separation or infidelity. She also supports those coping with career stress, compassion fatigue, and the practical fallout of disasters.
Delores incorporates skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) when helpful. Those methods are used to build distress tolerance, increase emotional regulation, and clarify values that guide decisions. Sessions include behavior change strategies, problem solving, and motivation techniques when appropriate.
She describes the therapeutic process as collaborative and paced to the individual. People can expect straightforward feedback, questions that prompt new perspectives, and concrete steps to try between sessions. Sessions are conducted in English and reflect her long practice in Virginia.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people focus on what matters to them and take steps toward those values even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings appear. It can be useful for relationship decisions, stress, and coping with life changes.Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and experiences. The therapist listens, reflects, and helps the person clarify choices and next steps. This approach supports work on communication, self-esteem, and decision-making.
Delores will work collaboratively to find the best methods for each person. She discusses which approaches fit the presenting concerns and adjusts direction as goals evolve, so the process is a shared decision between therapist and client.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking because the profile does not list them. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a workday, manage check-ins between appointments, or engage in regular weekly work without travel. If quieter surroundings, shorter check-ins, or not using video would help, mention that when arranging the first session so the therapist can suggest a suitable way to meet.
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Experience
47+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and related concerns such as self-esteem and addictions.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is insight-oriented with practical techniques. She combines talk-based exploration with behavior change and problem-solving strategies.
How long has she practiced?
She has 47 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of life and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a LCSW licensed in Virginia and practices with her long experience in that state.
Can she work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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