Wanakee Smith
Hi! My name is Wanakee and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Louisiana. I have experience working with children, adolescents and young adults. I was also a school counselor for nine years so I have experience with ADHD, anger management and self-esteem issues. I have also worked with those diagnosed with serious mental illnesses.
I was also a school counselor for nine years so I have experience with ADHD, anger management and self-esteem issues. I have also worked with those diagnosed with serious mental illnesses.
I have a firm belief that I need to meet clients where they are. I learn from my clients just like they learn from me. Therapy is not a quick fix but a journey into healing. Let's work together to help build a more functional life. I look forward to speaking with you
First session
The first session will include going over the assessment that was sent. Then I would like to do some rapport building. I don't automatically jump into modalities and techniques. I want to learn about you
Strengths
I am easy-going and non-judgmental. I commend those who are vulnerable enough to be open with a complete stranger.
Ideal clients
Young children and adolescents struggling with school issues and self-esteem and want guidance on how to deal with difficult times. I also enjoy working with young adults who want better coping skills and tools to deal with life's struggles. I believe the first agent of change is the way we think and our mindset. The more we utilize better thinking patterns, the better we will be prepared for life's challenges
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I utilize cognitive behavior therapy to help clients understand how they way we think influences our behaviors, whether healthy or unhealthy
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I utilize dialectic behavior therapy when appropriate for borderline personality disorders and for clients who want to focus on mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
I utilize motivational interviewing for those struggling with substance use disorder and want to explore stages of change
Location
Virtual sessions
Identifies as
Black / African American
Woman
Top specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Family Conflict
Other specialties
Anger Management
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
Crisis Intervention
Racism
Spirituality
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Serves
Adults (18 to 64)
Children (6 to 12)
Couples Counseling
Family Conflict
Gender-fluid
Individual Therapy
Man
Non-binary
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Transgender
Woman
Doesn't specialize in
Chronic Illness
Eating Disorders
Family Therapy
Perinatal Mental Health
Licensed in
LouisianaLicense 8421