- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Alysia
Dr. Alysia Smith is an LPC and LCPC licensed in Wisconsin with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, trauma and depression. She also lists support for LGBT issues, parenting and young adult issues among her focus areas.
Dr. Smith trained in developmental psychology and completed two master’s degrees in counseling-related fields. In sessions she treats the person and practical problems, not just symptoms. She aims to help people notice habits that keep them stuck and practice different ways of responding.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help people manage thoughts, emotions and impulses. Clients can expect concrete strategies for coping with anxiety, work on communication around relationships, and steps to address addictive patterns.
She often frames work around immediate goals like handling life changes, managing mood swings, or building self-esteem after loss or conflict. Dr. Smith also supports people grappling with guilt, forgiveness, life purpose, and multicultural or veteran-related concerns.
Sessions are practical and goal oriented. Typical topics include career stress, feeling behind after school, rebuilding routine after setbacks, and managing seasonal mood shifts. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How Dr. Smith uses CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing online
Dr. Smith uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT breaks big problems into specific skills and experiments you can try between sessions, which helps with anxiety, depression and career or school stress.She also applies Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance and clearer communication. DBT-style work is useful when intense emotions lead to impulsive actions or relationship conflicts. Motivational Interviewing helps people clarify their own reasons for change and move toward goals like reducing substance use or starting a healthier routine.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your goals, preferences and what feels most doable, then adjust techniques as you make progress. This is a collaborative process rather than a fixed plan.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Many people choose online therapy because it can fit into a busy week, cut travel time, and make shorter check-ins possible during breaks. If you need to work around classes, jobs or caregiving, ask about which session lengths and scheduling choices best match your routine.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin, Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, depression and a range of mood concerns including bipolar and seasonal affective disorder.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses practical approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to change thoughts, manage emotions and support behavior change.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional work experience and holds a doctorate in developmental psychology plus two master’s degrees in counseling fields.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LPC and as an LCPC in Wisconsin.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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