Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

4 Endorsed

806 Westwood Office Park, Suite 110, Fredericksburg, VA 22401

(540) 584-1560

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Now accepting new clients: I help professionals in demanding careers who are struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief build life-enhancing skills for lasting change. On the outside, you appear capable and accomplished, while on the inside, you feel stuck and mentally exhausted. You may also have noticed that the strategies you once relied on no longer provide relief. You may be searching for meaning, clarity, or a renewed sense of direction. You want more than surface-level coping. You’re seeking effective strategies to support lasting results and help you perform at your best.

I work with high-achieving professionals who feel burned out, over-responsible, and stuck in perfectionism. Using evidence-backed methods, I help you work through difficult thoughts and emotions so they no longer hold you back or control your life. We’ll identify unhelpful patterns and build skills that support lasting change.

Reaching out takes courage, especially if you're feeling burned out. Therapy isn't about "fixing" you. It's about building the skills to help you engage fully in your life, even when things are hard. If you're ready to work through the challenges holding you back, I invite you to reach out and see if working together feels like the right fit.

Call or Email Maria A. Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (540) 584-1560

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

806 Westwood Office Park

Suite 110

Fredericksburg, VA 22401 map

(540) 584-1560

My website

I offer both in-person and online individual therapy sessions. I am currently available on weekday afternoons and evenings.

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (540) 584-1560

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

806 Westwood Office Park

Suite 110

Fredericksburg, VA 22401 map

(540) 584-1560

My website

I offer both in-person and online individual therapy sessions. I am currently available on weekday afternoons and evenings.

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

I believe therapy should be guided by your needs, not insurance limitations. We will file out-of-network claims on your behalf, allowing you to focus on your therapy.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

I believe therapy should be guided by your needs, not insurance limitations. We will file out-of-network claims on your behalf, allowing you to focus on your therapy.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Virginia / 0701014494 Maria A. Smith

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 5 years

Attended Liberty University, MA in Professional Counseling, Graduated 2023

Additional Credentials

Membership with American Counseling Association

Membership with Association for Contextual Behavioral Science

I have 5 years of experience helping adults navigate emotional challenges, stress, and life transitions.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

I have 5 years of experience helping adults navigate emotional challenges, stress, and life transitions.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Grief

I work with high-performing adults struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief. We'll create a plan designed for your specific goals and needs. We'll focus on what truly matters to you and on finding more helpful ways to work through your thoughts and feelings. Most clients feel empowered to break free from old patterns and step into their lives with confidence and clarity.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

4 Endorsements

Aleksandra Startek

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MSEd, NCC, CCTP-II, LSC

Maria is a compassionate counselor who provides an empathetic and client-centered environment ideal for working towards all counseling goals.

Dr. Kevin B. Handley

Psychologist, PhD

Maria is a highly skilled therapist whose style is warm and comforting. Her use of research proven approaches is top-notch, and her commitment to continuously improving her skills is unmatched. Her clients get results while feeling heard and supported.

Brian S Vaughan

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAT, CSOTP

Maria is a compassionate therapist with a wide background of experience. Her work with somatic release of trauma is thorough and effective . She is dedicated to meeting individual needs of her clients and I whole-heartedly endorse her work.

Bradd Buckingham

Licensed Professional Counselor, MACMH, LPC, CTP, NCC

Maria, Maria brings a kind, warm-hearted, and accepting approach when working with her clients while constantly striving to develop, strengthen, and perfect her therapeutic approaches and skill sets.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

My approach to therapy is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidence-based model that helps you build a more compassionate relationship with your thoughts and emotions while identifying the values that matter most to guide your actions.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (540) 584-1560

Location

Primary Location

806 Westwood Office Park

Suite 110

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

(540) 584-1560

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Stafford

Zips

I offer both in-person and online individual therapy sessions. I am currently available on weekday afternoons and evenings.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call for a free consultation now - (540) 584-1560

I offer both in-person and online individual therapy sessions. I am currently available on weekday afternoons and evenings.

Maria A. Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC

Call for a free consultation now - (540) 584-1560

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