
Alec Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
24500 Center Ridge Road, Suite 200, Westlake, OH 44145
Let's Connect (440) 671-1944

Currently Accepting New Clients. I believe that therapy is not the process of fixing a problem, but rather it’s a space to strengthen one’s sense of self. My goal as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to provide support through conversation and interventions that empower clients to live a healthy and fulfilling life.
Prior to becoming a mental health therapist, I was a High School Algebra teacher. In my time as an educator, I gained valuable experience working on a team that strived to create a supportive and growth-based environment for our students. My time in academics has provided the foundation for my transition into mental health.
I currently work with clients aged 14-65 and have experience in the following areas: anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief and adjustment-related concerns. I utilize a range of treatment modalities based on client needs including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Mindfulness. I have advanced training in ERP therapy to manage OCD, phobias, panic and PTSD symptoms.
Call or Email Alec Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (440) 671-1944
Let's Connect (440) 671-1944

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $90
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Ambetter
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Buckeye
- CareSource
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Cleveland Clinic Employee Plan
- Medicaid
- Medical Mutual
- Molina Healthcare
- SummaCare
- University Hospital Employee
- Out of Network

Alec Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (440) 671-1944
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Ohio / C.2406199 Alec Smith
- In Practice for 1 year
- Attended University of Akron, Master's in Clinical Counseling, Graduated 2024
- Licensed by State of Ohio / C.2406199
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sports Performance
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Adlerian
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Existential
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
Location
Primary Location
Strive CLE Counseling
24500 Center Ridge Road
Suite 200
Westlake, OH 44145
(440) 671-1944Email me