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Jill Smith and Associates Counseling

Updated 2026-07-17 · 1,650 reviewed · 237 listed · Scored from 26 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(26) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Mental Health & Anxiety CounselingChild & Adolescent CounselingGrief & Trauma Counseling
Jill Smith and Associates Counseling
Services
Mental Health & Anxiety Counseling, Child & Adolescent Counseling, Grief & Trauma Counseling
Reviews
26

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently report feeling heard and supported by staff who create a warm, nonjudgmental space. The practice offers multiple counselors so clients can find the right fit, and both adults and children find the offices welcoming and professional. One negative experience with a marriage counselor who lacked clear guidance stands out against the overwhelming praise.

Named counselors Amy Hanson, Kelsey, and Palmer receive specific recognition for their work with families, children, and play therapy. Their website lists gender-affirming counseling and trauma-informed practice among their services. The Bull Street office in downtown Columbia and Lexington location are both described as comfortable and spacious.

Praised for
  • compassionate and caring staff
  • good listeners who understand clients
  • welcoming and judgment-free environment
  • professional and well-trained counselors
  • family-friendly offices
Watch-outs
  • one counselor ended sessions abruptly
  • lack of goal-setting in marriage counseling
  • poor guidance in crisis situation
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Best for: Families seeking nonjudgmental support and children who benefit from play therapy in warm offices.
Think twice if: Experience with one marriage counselor was rushed and lacked clear direction; ask about your specific counselor fit before committing.

Strengths

  • multiple experienced counselors on staff so clients can find the right fit
  • trauma-informed practice with gender-affirming services
  • welcoming physical spaces and professional reception
  • telehealth and flexible scheduling options

Worth knowing

  • Amy Hanson praised for family dynamics and understanding
  • Palmer practices child play therapy
  • Kelsey works with children and builds strong therapeutic relationships
  • Erin provides welcoming reception experience
  • Bull Street office recently refurbished and described as spacious
  • Fresh blueberries available outside Lexington office

What reviews say by service

Mental Health & Anxiety Counseling
Reviewers credit counseling with direct improvements in their lives and finding nonjudgmental support.
Child & Adolescent Counseling
Play therapy and individual counseling with named therapists praised for building trust with children.
Grief & Trauma Counseling
Website claims trauma-informed practice, but no review evidence of trauma-specific work.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.65 average across the 156 mental health & anxiety counseling businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 88% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 81
Review volume 62
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer appointments outside business hours or online?
The business states they offer telehealth online therapy and list opening hours 7 days a week, though specific times are not stated in the reviews.
Can my child come to sessions with me, or is there childcare?
The reception area is family-friendly with space for children to play while waiting, and the practice offers separate child counseling and play therapy.
What if I don't click with my first counselor?
Multiple counselors work at the practice, so you can find a different therapist if the first fit isn't right.

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Last updated 2026-07-17