Therapist in New Castle, Delaware Arkava Smith, Therapist
License: LPCMH
Provider Gender: Female
Ages Served: 18-65+
Appointments: In-office and Telehealth
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Arkava Smith, LPCMH
Arkava Smith is a Limited Professional Counselor of Mental Health in Delaware who has been practicing since 2007. She earned her Bachelors in Rehabilitation Sciences from the University of Maryland and her Masters in Community Counseling from Wilmington University. Arkava specializes in assisting clients dealing with substance use, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, trauma, and chronic mental illnesses. She has provided treatment in many different clinical settings including community mental health, intensive outpatient, and correctional centers. Arkava strives to create a safe space for her clients to explore the thoughts and feelings they’ve kept hidden and will work diligently in assisting them to increase their self-awareness and develop healthier ways of coping. Her approach in working with her clients is collaborative, empathetic, and non-judgmental. Everyone’s journey is different, work together with Arkava to find the best path forward towards healing, balance, and overall wellness. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. You can count on Arkava’s supportive and person-centered approach towards every conversation you take part in. In her free time, Arkava enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading science fiction or action thrillers, getting out into the garden, and traveling to new places.
Expertise
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Delaware First Health
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Highmark Health Options
- Independence Blue Cross
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
Interventions
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Populations
- Adoption/Foster Care
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Developmental Disabilities
- First Responders
- Head Injuries
- LGBTQIA+
- Men
- Military/Veterans
- Women
Education
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Wilmington University
Graduate School | 2007
New Castle, DE, United States
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University of Maryland
Undergraduate | 2002
Princess Anne, MD, United States
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University of Maryland
Undergraduate | 1993
College Park, MD, United States
Languages
- English
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Arkava Smith. You can also call 302-428-0205 to have someone assist you.
Arkava Smith generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 302-428-0205 to find out Arkava Smith'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 Arkava Smith:
- Aetna
- AmeriHealth Caritas
- Behavioral Health Systems (BHS)
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Delaware First Health
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Highmark Health Options
- Independence Blue Cross
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- MultiPlan (PHCS)
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 302-428-0205 to see how we can help.
Arkava Smith is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Yes, Arkava Smith does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Arkava Smith is currently offering in-office visits.