About Us

Meet Kelly Smith

LPC, LMHC, NCC, CSAT, CSAC, CCPS, CDG

Kelly Smith is a highly credentialed mental health counselor serving clients in Virginia and Florida. With years of experience and a deep commitment to compassionate care, Kelly helps individuals and couples navigate life's most challenging moments — from substance use and pornography/sex addiction to helping individuals and couples in crisis due to infidelity, affairs, pornography and sex addiction.

Kelly Smith, Licensed Professional Counselor

Credentials & Certifications

Kelly's extensive training and certifications reflect a lifelong dedication to professional excellence and client care.

LPCLicensed Professional Counselor
LMHCLicensed Mental Health Counselor
NCCNational Certified Counselor
CSATCertified Sexual Addiction Therapist
CSACCertified Substance Abuse Counselor
CCPSCertified Clinical Partner Specialist
CDGCertified Disclosure Guide
ASAMCertified by the American Society of Addiction Medicine
GottmanGottman Method Level 2
IITAP - International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals
APSATS - Association of Partners of Sex Addict Trauma Specialists
NBCC - National Board for Certified Counselors - NCC

Our Core Values

Compassion

Every client is met with warmth, empathy, and genuine care — no judgment, only support.

Excellence

Ongoing training and advanced certifications ensure you receive the highest standard of care.

Evidence-Based

Therapy grounded in proven, research-backed approaches tailored to your unique situation.

Collaboration

Your healing journey is a partnership — your goals, your pace, your path forward.

My Approach to Counseling

I believe that every person has the capacity for healing and growth. My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your individual needs. Whether you're working through trauma, navigating relationship challenges, or simply seeking greater clarity and balance in your life, I'm here to walk alongside you.

Using evidence-based techniques alongside a compassionate, person-centered framework, we'll work together to identify your strengths, address obstacles, and build the life you deserve.

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Changing Hearts Counseling

(571) 771-2971

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