Hi, I'm Becca. I enjoy working with the adult population especially those going through any type of transition in life which can cause stress. My expertise is in helping people reduce overall symptoms of traumatic stress (PTSD), anxiety, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and social anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-confidence and relationship issues. I also have a lot of experience working with the LGBTQ+ population, especially those who experience sexual and gender identity issues. Are you having thoughts that are negative or hard to stop? Are you prone to keeping things inside because you don't want to burden others? My goal is to assist you in finding the most effective approach to these challenges to provide relief. Together, we can explore how the mind and body influence your behavior, helping you gain a sense of clarity. I use both talk therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help process your concerns to reduce overall distress and improve emotional regulation. Initiating counseling or transitioning to a new counselor can be challenging. My aim is to create a secure and welcoming environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to grow. It's important to me that you feel listened to, understood, and encouraged during our sessions. I look forward to working with you!

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In the first session I like to better understand what is bringing you to counseling. I want to learn more about your background and history. I may ask some questions in the first session to better understand what would be most helpful to you and what you would like to gain from our time together. It is also your time to see how you feel talking to me and determine if you want to continue with further sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My biggest strength is helping people resolve and heal trauma and grief. Trauma can exacerbate anxiety, depression and grief symptoms and greatly affect relationships. I have a certification in Traumatic Stress Studies that has helped me tailor therapy for those who have experienced a one-time traumatic event or ongoing stressful experiences. I also have worked extensively with clients who have Anxiety and/or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and use exposure therapy along with relaxation resources to work through this.

About Becca Smith

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