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Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
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Rayel Smith

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Cheshire, CT 06410
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Are you feeling like anxiety or stress is taking control over your life? Your relationships are not going the way you have hoped, leaving you questioning yourself? Unsure of who you are in the complexities of emerging adulthood and you're feeling too overwhelmed? My strengths-based and client-centered approach will help you identify your strengths to increase your ability to take control of your life. These can create a sense of powerlessness within your own life. I want to support you gaining that power back. I am also a Certified ADHD-Clinical Services Provider and can support individual with this diagnosis/executive functioning.
Therapy is a space to feel physically, mentally, and emotionally safe which is my mission for every client of mine to feel. Whether small or large, I celebrate your wins and identify areas to improve. I have most experience working with college students and young adults; I can also support in other areas such as depression, self-growth, trauma, etc.
Life continues to happen on a daily basis; I value exploring any thought, feeling, or issue aside from the primary reason for coming to therapy. I will meet you wherever you are in your mental health journey. My goal for every client of mine is to persist towards the goals and live a quality life. Contact me below to book a free consultation!
Rayel Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cheshire, CT 06410

I use Alma/Headway for billing insurance and payment, SimplePractice for intake paperwork, and Doxy for HIPAA-compliant video chat.
I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and ADHD 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Rayel Smith
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cheshire, CT 06410

I use Alma/Headway for billing insurance and payment, SimplePractice for intake paperwork, and Doxy for HIPAA-compliant video chat.
I specialize in Anxiety, Self Esteem and ADHD 
$130 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $130

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BCBS-MA
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ConnectiCare
  • Magellan
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Surest
  • Trustmark
  • UHC Student Resources
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Please note that I am in-network with Anthem BCBS-CT and BCBS-MA virtual network. If you have another BCBS plan through another state (i.e. BCBS-NY), you may be eligible to still utilize your insurance with me. Ask me for more information if this is the case!
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Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Please note that I am in-network with Anthem BCBS-CT and BCBS-MA virtual network. If you have another BCBS plan through another state (i.e. BCBS-NY), you may be eligible to still utilize your insurance with me. Ask me for more information if this is the case!
Photo of Rayel Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Connecticut / 6558 Rayel Smith
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Suffolk University, MS in Mental Health Counseling
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Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem
  • ADHD

Expertise

  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues
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Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Do these issues align with your needs?

2 Endorsements

Marissa Kosh
Marissa Kosh
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I highly recommend Rayel as an exceptional and genuine therapist who truly cares about her clients and their treatment progress! She is kind, understanding, and creates a supportive space to meet clients where they are at in their journey.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma-Informed Care
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I always try to be mindful about which modalities/interventions can be helpful to each person. I understand every one is unique and not every modality works for each and every person, so I will adapt to you!
Photo of Rayel Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
I always try to be mindful about which modalities/interventions can be helpful to each person. I understand every one is unique and not every modality works for each and every person, so I will adapt to you!
Photo of Rayel Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Location

Primary Location

Cheshire, CT 06410

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I use Alma/Headway for billing insurance and payment, SimplePractice for intake paperwork, and Doxy for HIPAA-compliant video chat.
Photo of Rayel Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
"
I use Alma/Headway for billing insurance and payment, SimplePractice for intake paperwork, and Doxy for HIPAA-compliant video chat.
Photo of Rayel Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Rayel Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC