Charmaine Smith, LMFT, MD, LCMFT
Experienced marriage and family therapist
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and family
- Compassionate tailored care
About Charmaine Smith
Charmaine Smith brings 17 years of professional experience to her work with individuals, couples, and families across a range of life challenges. Licensed to practice in Kentucky, Maryland, and Texas, she blends practical strategies with compassionate listening to help people manage stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family conflicts, motivation concerns, self-esteem, and confidence.
She holds LMFT and LCMFT credentials - LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and LCMFT denotes Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist - and these qualifications reflect her training in relational and family-focused care. Charmaine adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person she works with, honoring individual history, goals, and cultural context while offering clear, focused support.
Her clinical interests include relationship and family dynamics, adoption and foster care issues, blended family challenges, body image and self worth, caregiver stress, commitment concerns, communication difficulties, and the impacts of separation or divorce. She approaches every interaction with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and encourages prospective clients by acknowledging that taking the first step toward therapy requires courage. Charmaine is committed to tailoring therapy so it fits each client’s unique needs and pace.
She holds LMFT and LCMFT credentials - LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and LCMFT denotes Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist - and these qualifications reflect her training in relational and family-focused care. Charmaine adapts conversations and treatment plans to each person she works with, honoring individual history, goals, and cultural context while offering clear, focused support.
Her clinical interests include relationship and family dynamics, adoption and foster care issues, blended family challenges, body image and self worth, caregiver stress, commitment concerns, communication difficulties, and the impacts of separation or divorce. She approaches every interaction with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and encourages prospective clients by acknowledging that taking the first step toward therapy requires courage. Charmaine is committed to tailoring therapy so it fits each client’s unique needs and pace.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Charmaine Smith have?
Charmaine Smith has 17 years of professional experience.
Is Charmaine Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LMFT, MD, LCMFT. License details are TX LMFT 202109 and MD LCMFT LCM1090.
In which languages does Charmaine Smith provide therapy?
Charmaine Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Charmaine Smith located?
Charmaine Smith is located in Kentucky.
How can I work with Charmaine Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Charmaine Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Charmaine Smith work with international clients?
Charmaine Smith does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Charmaine Smith cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build psychological flexibility so they can take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts and feelings. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and motivation challenges.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. It can be helpful for relationship difficulties, abandonment concerns, family-of-origin issues, and rebuilding secure bonds.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own insight and growth. This approach supports self-esteem, confidence, and personal empowerment.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Charmaine collaborates with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they consider what feels most helpful and adjust the plan as therapy progresses.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - allowing therapy to fit around work, family, and daily life. Licensed professionals can deliver the same evidence-based approaches remotely, making it easier to maintain continuity and consistent support.