Therapist in Strongsville, Ohio Samuel Smartnick, Therapist
Gender Identity: Male
Ages Served: 15-64
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Samuel Smartnick, MA, LPC
Sam Smartnick, LPC, helps individuals aged 15 and older overcome a range of mental health challenges and life issues, promoting growth, self-understanding, and enhanced well-being. Through personalized treatment plans and evidence-based therapies, Sam supports clients in achieving their goals for a healthier, more fulfilling life. With a focus on anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder, Sam is passionate about guiding clients through these conditions. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a foundational approach, helping clients recognize and modify negative thought patterns to improve their emotional and psychological well-being. Additionally, Sam offers specialized support for men’s issues and those navigating life changes. Sam also serves a diverse range of populations, including women, men, military veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, adoption and foster care situations, those with autism spectrum disorders, and first responders. His approach to counseling is rooted in empathy and respect, ensuring each client feels heard and supported throughout their journey. Outside of his professional practice, Sam enjoys staying active with his personal passions of Ultimate Frisbee and hiking. These interests contribute to his holistic approach to wellness, as he believes in the importance of physical and mental health balance.
Samuel Smartnick provides services with supervision.
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Childhood Behavior Issues
- Depression
- Grief
- Medical Conditions/Health Psychology
- Men's Issues
- Midlife Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
- PTSD/Trauma
- School Avoidance
- Sleep Disorders/Insomnia
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health (OhioRISE)-Medicaid
- Ambetter
- Anthem BCBS
- Buckeye Health Plan
- Buckeye Health Plan-Medicaid
- Caresource
- Caresource-Medicaid
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Humana-Medicaid
- Medicaid-Medicaid
- Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMO)
- Molina Healthcare-Medicaid
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicaid
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- TELUS Health (BHS)-EAP
Interventions
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure Therapy
- Mindfulness
Populations
- Adoption/Foster Care
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- First Responders
- Head Injuries
- LGBTQ+
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Education
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Divine Mercy University
Professional
Sterling, VA, US
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please call us at 440-998-7541 to schedule an appointment with Samuel Smartnick.
Samuel Smartnick generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 440-998-7541 to find out Samuel Smartnick's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Samuel Smartnick:
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health (OhioRISE)-Medicaid
- Ambetter
- Anthem BCBS
- Buckeye Health Plan
- Buckeye Health Plan-Medicaid
- Caresource
- Caresource-Medicaid
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Humana-Medicaid
- Medicaid-Medicaid
- Medical Mutual of Ohio (MMO)
- Molina Healthcare-Medicaid
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare
- Optum, UnitedHealthcare-Medicaid
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- TELUS Health (BHS)-EAP
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 440-998-7541 to see how we can help.
Samuel Smartnick is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Samuel Smartnick works at:
Yes, Samuel Smartnick does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Samuel Smartnick is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: