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M. Smith Counseling

Updated 2026-07-17 · 1,650 reviewed · 237 listed · Scored from 9 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(9) 59 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Mental Health & Anxiety CounselingChild & Adolescent CounselingGrief & Trauma Counseling
M. Smith Counseling
Services
Mental Health & Anxiety Counseling, Child & Adolescent Counseling, Grief & Trauma Counseling
Reviews
9

What recent reviews say

Misti builds strong rapport with young clients and their families, with parents consistently noting her ability to reach children where they are. Six five-star reviews spanning years show stable trust in her work with anxiety, behavioral concerns, and major life transitions.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • connects well with children
  • kind and nonjudgmental approach
  • effective guidance and support
  • friendly staff
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Best for: Parents seeking counseling for anxious or behaviorally struggling children.

Strengths

  • Strong connection with children
  • Nonjudgmental, kind demeanor
  • Experienced with behavioral and emotional concerns

Worth knowing

  • Misti (primary counselor) named repeatedly in reviews as building strong child rapport
  • Friendly staff mentioned as part of positive experience
  • Open 7 days per week

What reviews say by service

Child & Adolescent Counseling
Misti builds exceptional rapport with children; parents say their kids insist on working with her alone.
Mental Health & Anxiety Counseling
Praised for helping adults through anxiety, mood concerns, and major life transitions.
Grief & Trauma Counseling
Noted for compassionate support during difficult periods, though limited specific review detail.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.65 average across the 156 mental health & anxiety counseling businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 75
Review volume 43
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is Misti available on weekends?
Yes, the office publishes 7-day opening hours.

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Last updated 2026-07-17