Leana Smith
Hi! I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) based in California. I received my Masters from the University of California, San Francisco and have been practicing for 5 years. I help adults struggling with trauma and grief find meaning and grow from their life experiences.
Having worked with adults with trauma for the past 7 years, I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.
I provide medication management, as well as psychotherapy to clients from many different backgrounds and situations. I rarely prescribe stimulants or benzodiazepines to my patients, and only after working together for a lengthy amount of time will I submit documentation on your behalf.
First session
In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, followed by an indepth interview so I can get to know more about you and your goals. We will then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help us to decide together how best to create a tailored plan for you to begin the process of improving how you think and feel.
Strengths
Having worked with adults with trauma for the past 7 years, I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.
Ideal clients
I love working with clients who are motivated to do whatever it takes to feel better. My clients are eager to improve, but don't yet have the tools needed to make this goal a reality. They often feel stuck, overwhelmed and anxious about their lives. If you are ready to learn, grow, and make changes for a better life, I'm here to walk with you.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Structured, goal-oriented talk therapy used to address unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors.
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Therapy used to address trauma and fears by focusing on avoided triggers.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Therapy used to evaluate and change thoughts that started or got worse since experiencing a traumatic event.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 95018317