- Client-centered approach
- Goal focused work
- Homework driven progress
About Jerry
Jerry Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 38 years of experience in mental health. He focuses on helping men with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationships, depression, and life changes. He uses a straightforward, client-centered style to help people clarify goals and take practical steps forward.
He meets each person where they are and works to identify the areas that feel stuck. He uses short exercises and homework to reinforce progress between sessions. Sessions emphasize clear goals and small, doable steps toward them.
Smith has worked across many settings in Georgia, including psychiatric hospitals, outpatient clinics for mental health and substance use, jails and penitentiaries, assisted living facilities, and foster-care services. That range has given him experience with grief, trauma, parenting concerns, addictions, and chronic mood issues.
He also spent time teaching as an adjunct professor of psychology for twelve years, which shaped his habit of explaining ideas in simple, practical terms. Clients can expect direct feedback, reflective listening, and structured tasks to practice new skills.
Smith cites Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as his primary approaches. He emphasizes collaboration - working together to choose strategies that fit each person’s life and goals. To begin, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule sessions when ready.
How his approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person’s lead. The therapist helps people name their goals, reflects what he hears, and supports the client in choosing next steps. This approach suits concerns like low self-esteem, relationship questions, grief, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It uses simple exercises and homework to test new ways of thinking and acting. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, anger, sleep and eating issues, and many everyday challenges.
Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try strategies in session, and adjust the plan as progress is seen. Clients help shape which methods are used and how homework fits into their routine.
If you are considering online sessions, please confirm the current session formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, avoid travel time, and keep check-ins brief when needed. It also lets people practice skills in the settings where they live and work, then discuss what did or didn’t help at the next session.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
38+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and grief, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, career issues, ADHD, and related areas.
What is his therapy style like?
His style is client-centered and practical. He listens, gives direct feedback, and uses homework to help people practice new skills between sessions.
How long has he practiced?
He has 38 years of experience working in a wide range of mental health settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, substance use programs, jails, assisted living, and foster-care services.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LCSW and CSW and practices in Georgia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.