Linda Schmidt, LCSW

Licensed in New Jersey · 9 years in practice

Linda Schmidt uses practical, person-focused therapy to help people move forward.

License and registration

LCSW, New Jersey: 44SC05384400 · expires August 2026
NPI: 1407132012 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 9
Languages: English

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About Linda

Linda Schmidt uses practical, person-focused therapy to help people move forward. She is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of experience and works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationship concerns. Her language is straightforward and she focuses on small, doable steps that fit each person's life.

Linda focuses on building skills people can use right away. Sessions often include work on coping strategies, improving sleep, handling career stress, and managing ADHD-related challenges.

Background and approach

She pays attention to attachment and family of origin issues that shape how people relate to others. Clients can expect a direct but warm approach. Linda listens first to understand each person's story and strengths.

She then helps set specific goals and practices to try between sessions so progress is visible and measurable. Her methods draw from several evidence-based approaches so she can match techniques to a client's needs. That might mean focusing on values and acceptance, learning new thinking patterns, or practicing emotional regulation skills.

The aim is to reduce symptoms and increase daily functioning. Linda works with people dealing with trauma, codependency, caregiver stress, and substance use concerns. She emphasizes collaboration and respects each person's values while helping them build routines and tools for lasting change.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Linda lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Relationship issues
Sleeping disorders
Career difficulties
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues

Approaches Linda names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking actions that align with those values. It can help people who struggle with anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck by teaching ways to accept difficult thoughts while committing to meaningful steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy targets the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and negative thinking that gets in the way of daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose which methods fit best based on goals, strengths, and preferences. That might mean combining acceptance strategies with behavioral experiments or practicing new communication skills over several sessions.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversations and use visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or when a simpler check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging offer brief, flexible contact that can fit into a busy day. These options make it easier to maintain regular appointments and try different ways of working until the right fit is found.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Linda commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship issues, sleep problems, career stress, and ADHD. Additional areas include attachment problems, codependency, caregiver stress, and family of origin issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is practical and person-centered. She listens first, then helps set clear goals and teaches skills to use between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has nine years of professional experience working with people facing substance use concerns and a range of emotional and behavioral issues.

Where is she licensed and based?

She practices as a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey and holds the credential LCSW as listed.

Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

Work can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

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