Reuben Smith
Branson,MO
Summary
As a licensed professional counselor, Clinical Supervisor, and Lead Adult Therapist, I have dedicated my career to helping guide clients through challenging times and empowering them to achieve emotional and mental wholeness with verifiable outcomes.
At this stage in my career, I am looking to further our field into the future by supervision, advocating, teaching, and building relationships.
I assist clients struggling with anxiety, depression, spiritual abuse, anger, relationship conflicts, trauma, and grief. While I treat individuals of all faiths or none at all, I incorporate Christian integration into the counseling process for those who find value in that perspective.
I believe in the importance of personal autonomy and dignity in the counseling process, providing clients with a safe and supportive environment to process their emotions and experiences.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Adult Therapist
Hope Counseling Center
06.2023 - Current
- Provided clinical supervision to students and PLPCs, fostering skill development and clinical growth.
- Led clinical operations for department, enhancing service delivery and team cohesion.
- Developed and implemented projects addressing client needs and promoting therapeutic best practices.
- Administer assessments, evaluations, psychoeducation, and professional counseling.
Adjunct Faculty
Evangel University
05.2024 - Current
- Teach counseling classes in the Masters of Clinical Mental Health program.
- Classes taught: Assessment in Counseling, Foundations in Counseling, Couple and Family Therapy, Theories in Counseling, Intimate Partner Violence, Child and Elder Abuse, and Telemental Counseling.
- Https://www.evangel.edu/faculty/reuben-smith-m-s-lpc/
Therapist
Sondermind
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Provide assessments and professional counseling.
Therapist
College of the Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided individual therapy sessions to support client mental health needs.
- Conducted assessments, evaluations, psychoeducation, and professional counseling for students, enhancing their mental health and well-being.
- Developed personalized treatment plans based on client assessments and goals.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Advocated for mental health awareness and provided education on related issues, fostering a supportive campus environment.
Therapist
Compass Counseling Services, LLC
Springfield, MO
10.2018 - 06.2023
- Provide assessments, evaluations, psychoeducation, and professional counseling to a wide array of populations. These populations include children in foster care and school settings, adults, couples, and families.
Community Support Specialist
Burrell Behavioral Health
Hollister, MO
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Work directly with mentally and physically disabled clients to connect them to community resources.
- Provide case management. Provide crisis management. Provide symptom relief. Provide rehabilitation.
- Provide psychoeducation. Work with therapists, medical personnel, and psychiatrists.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Evangel University
Springfield, MO12-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Central Bible College
Springfield, MO01-2013
Skills
- Individual Counseling, Assessment/Evaluation, Telehealth Counseling, Psychoeducation
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed care
- Telehealth Counseling
- EMDR Trained Therapist
- Certified SYMBIS Facilitator and a Certified Prepare / Enrich Facilitator
- Client advocacy
- I am proficient in a wide array of computer programs, including Excel, Google Docs, Word, PowerPoint, CareCloud, Smartsheet, Simple Practice, Practice Fusion, Athena, and Titanium
- I have been approved by the Missouri Committee for Professional Counselors as a licensure supervisor for counselors-in-training and provisionally licensed professional counselors in the State of Missouri The approval is based upon compliance with the rule 20 CSR 2095-2021 Supervisors and Supervisory Responsibilities
Personal Information
- Title: MS, LPC
- ID Type: NPI
- ID Number: 1245720465
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty
Evangel University
05.2024 - Current
Lead Adult Therapist
Hope Counseling Center
06.2023 - Current
Therapist
Sondermind
06.2023 - 11.2025
Therapist
College of the Ozarks
03.2021 - 08.2023
Therapist
Compass Counseling Services, LLC
10.2018 - 06.2023
Community Support Specialist
Burrell Behavioral Health
10.2017 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Evangel University
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Central Bible College