Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Athina Smalios, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW9066
- NPI
- 1689947301
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Athina supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- CBT methods
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused work
About Athina
Athina Smalios is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 20 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes.
She takes a direct, practical approach in sessions. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on specific strategies that help with daily functioning. Sessions often include skill practice, short-term planning, and steps to reduce intense emotions so people can manage work, family, and personal responsibilities more easily.
Athina uses evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy. She draws on these approaches to help people change unhelpful thinking, set achievable goals, and build new habits that reduce distress. The emphasis is on clear, actionable work rather than abstract theory.
Her background across twenty years includes supporting people through trauma recovery, grief counseling, anger management, and caregiver stress. That experience informs how she structures sessions and the kinds of coping tools she suggests. Clients can expect practical techniques for managing symptoms and improving daily routines.
People who contact her usually want to address specific problems and learn tools to handle stressful situations. To begin, prospective clients complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session to set goals and plan next steps.
BHow sessions work
How her methods translate to online sessions
CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. In an online session this often means practicing new ways of thinking, planning small behavioral experiments, and using worksheets or homework between meetings to reinforce progress. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and managing mood shifts.Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change. Online conversations using this approach center on clarifying goals, exploring ambivalence, and building motivation for steps like improving routines or addressing substance use. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, concrete steps and what works now to move toward goals quickly.
Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will help identify which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and preferences and will adjust the plan as progress is reviewed. Clients set goals and the therapist offers structured tools to track change.
Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow brief check-ins, and reduce travel time. It also supports homework-based work and steady progress while people manage work, family, and caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, parenting, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and related issues.
What is her typical approach in sessions?
She uses practical, evidence-based methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to teach skills and set achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience working with people on trauma recovery, grief, anger management, and caregiver stress.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers