Celes Smith, LCSW

Licensed in Kentucky · 8 years in practice

Celes Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who centers therapy on the person.

License and registration

LCSW, Kentucky: 255556 · expires March 2027
LCSW, Indiana: 34012404A · expires April 2028
LCSW, Oklahoma: 20814 · expires December 2026
NPI: 1992384416 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 8
Languages: English

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About Celes

Celes Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who centers therapy on the person. He focuses on helping people improve their mental and emotional well-being. He aims to build a caring, nonjudgmental relationship where clients feel heard.

He begins by listening and clarifying what each person wants to change. From there he co-creates practical goals and tailors treatment to fit daily life. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen to match a person's needs and hopes.

Background and approach

Smith works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns. He pays attention to how life circumstances and relationships shape feelings and behavior. Sessions focus on clear skills, coping strategies, and steps that can be tried between appointments.

Over eight years of practice in Kentucky have shaped an approach that balances support with structure. He values steady progress and small, achievable changes. The goal is to restore functioning and help people regain a sense of control.

People who meet with him can expect straightforward talk, practical tools, and a focus on what matters most to them. He encourages questions and adapts the plan as needs shift. Therapy is framed as a collaborative effort toward better daily functioning and emotional balance.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Celes lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Online support

How evidence-based approaches work online

Many therapists use evidence-based techniques that focus on clear goals and practical skills. One common approach involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety and low mood. Another approach emphasizes learning coping skills and behavioral changes to manage stress, mood swings, and the long-term effects of trauma. These methods are task-oriented and usually include practice exercises to do between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to your concerns, discuss possible methods, and agree on a plan that fits your needs and preferences. Goals are revisited regularly and techniques are adjusted so the work stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy makes these approaches accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions let you have face-to-face conversation when that helps. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a quicker check-in is needed. Chat and text allow short updates, brief support between meetings, and flexibility for people with busy schedules. Together these options help people get consistent care that fits their life.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist address?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related issues.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He practices a person-centered approach that emphasizes listening and collaboration. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps to try between appointments.

What is his professional background?

He has eight years of clinical experience working with people on mental health and emotional concerns in Kentucky.

What credentials and region are listed?

He holds the LCSW credential and practices in Kentucky with licensure noted as IN LCSW and KY LCSW.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are offered?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

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