Stephanie Smith
I know it can be a difficult decision to seek therapy. I am committed to providing compassionate and non-judgmental support by providing a safe space for clients to feel heard, understood, and safe.
I am committed to providing compassionate and non-judgmental support by providing a safe space for clients to feel heard, understood, and safe.
I graduated from Texas Tech University with my PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision and I have a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.
First session
Our first session will focus on getting to know each other and allowing me to get a sense of your reasons for seeking therapy in the first place. We will identify what your hoping to get out of our time together and make a plan for how we will move forward. I approach everything collaboratively to make sure that your needs are being met.
Strengths
One strength of mine is helping people to feel comfortable right off the bat. I know that opening up to a complete stranger is inherently difficult, so I try to make it as low-stress as possible.
Ideal clients
I work with adults struggling with a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief/bereavement, suicidal thoughts, trauma, severe mental illness, and ADHD. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR. No matter the pain you bring to the table, whether you think it's too big for me to handle or too small to matter, I am ready to walk with you through this journey of healing.
Treatment methods
EMDR
I use EMDR to treat a variety of issues, including trauma
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is my primary modality for talk therapy because I have found it to be both approachable and effective.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Internal Family Systems is an innovative way to think about the internal processes we all already experience. It integrates well into the other modalities I use.
Location
Virtual sessions