Tanya Smith, LPC
Tanya Smith, LPC - Trauma-informed counselor
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Trauma and abuse
About Tanya Smith
Tanya Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with 15 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional challenges. She builds affirming, compassionate spaces where adults can explore mood struggles, relationship dynamics, and the long-term effects of trauma in a practical, strengths-based way.
Tanya focuses on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, grief, intimacy issues, parenting and family matters, relationship and career challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. She also attends to specific needs such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and other co-occurring conditions.
Her work emphasizes collaboration - partnering with each person to design meaningful strategies for emotional wellness that promote self-compassion, clearer communication, and greater personal agency. Tanya draws from an extensive toolkit of clinical approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), the Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Her style is described as warm and direct, with a commitment to helping clients identify their inherent strengths and build practical skills for lasting change. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, the credential that authorizes her to provide therapeutic services in South Carolina.
Tanya focuses on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, grief, intimacy issues, parenting and family matters, relationship and career challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and coping with life changes. She also attends to specific needs such as abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, attachment difficulties, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, and other co-occurring conditions.
Her work emphasizes collaboration - partnering with each person to design meaningful strategies for emotional wellness that promote self-compassion, clearer communication, and greater personal agency. Tanya draws from an extensive toolkit of clinical approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), the Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Her style is described as warm and direct, with a commitment to helping clients identify their inherent strengths and build practical skills for lasting change. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, the credential that authorizes her to provide therapeutic services in South Carolina.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tanya Smith have?
Tanya Smith has 15 years of experience providing therapy and clinical support.
Is Tanya Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: SC LPC 7676. LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor.
In which languages does Tanya Smith provide therapy?
Tanya Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Tanya Smith located?
She is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Tanya Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Tanya Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tanya Smith work with international clients?
Tanya Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tanya 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. Just 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.
Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit for You?
Many people wonder whether working with a therapist remotely can really help. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions - online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person sessions.One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Individuals can connect with therapists in the way that fits their schedule and comfort level - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which often makes it easier to maintain consistent care.
Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and if someone wants a different therapeutic fit they can switch to another provider. Remote counseling expands access and offers practical options for those balancing work, family, or other commitments while seeking support.