LCSW, 7 years of experience
Hi there, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Virginia. I have seven years of experience in the field of social work with a focus on clinical services. After many of my own challenges, I understand that determining how to get the most out of life can be difficult and knowing where to start may be daunting. I help people from all walks of life as they navigate their way to wellness through uncertainty, anxiety, depression, and relationship stressors.
I will offer a safe environment for you to navigate the road to wellness as we articulate your treatment goals, create a plan to reach those measurable goals, and strive for your peace-filled existence.
I am person-centered while incorporating evidence-based practices, mindfulness, compassion, thoughtfulness, reflection, and humor to help answer the whys, and establish how to achieve best possible outcomes. I am honored that you have arrived at my figurative door, I humbly invite you to come in, get comfortable, and let’s talk. Even if you decide to move on, leave my page knowing you are not powerless. The answers you’re looking for are somewhere in you and, in searching for a therapist, you are taking the first steps towards finding those answers and a place of peace.
Foundational to my practice is helping clients identify and address thoughts, feelings and behaviors that prevent them from being the best version of themselves. Together, we devise strategies to address problems in ways that honor the uniqueness of each person.
2 ratings with written reviews
July 31, 2025
I had my first session with Mrs. Tawanda Smith. I thank her for her authenticness and attentiveness.
April 30, 2025
I felt heard, she was able to provide thought provoking questions that made me dig deep to find answers. I felt empowered and motivated in my own personal growth. I am excited to work with her again!
Tawanda Smith offers therapy covered by Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid and UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid in Virginia.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is the foundation to understanding how our thoughts, feelings and behaviors work together to shape our experiences. We'll use these foundational tenets to identify and address barriers to best overall functioning.
Many people believe a source beyond themselves supports holistic wellbeing. I help clients identify how they might use their faith to enhance their growing and healing processes.
We are the experts in our lives. Many of the answers we are looking for are already deep inside us. I use motivational interviewing to ask questions that mirror the client's expressed beliefs and bring clarity to the solutions we're looking for.
Concerns are often related to moments before or after the present. We use mindfulness to connect us to the here and now to offer a reprieve from the stress created by ruminating on the past or the future.