Welcome, I am happy you are here. My name is Carlee (she/her), a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor & a Ph.D. Candidate in California. With a passion for fostering growth and empowerment, my practice is anything but conventional. I'll be your therapist with tattoos, bright hair, and my cat companion. I will commit our work together to be all about you—centering on your needs, values, and journey. Together, we'll explore your challenges and strengths in a space that welcomes you as you are with the goal of continued growth. If you are looking for a space that embraces you as you are without all the professional pressures, I might be the therapist for you.

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

I know from my own experience, starting therapy can be this weird mix of emotions. The last thing we need is to enter an overly professional space. That doesn't leave you excited to come back for your next session! I recommend getting a comfort item, your favorite drink or snack, and just be ready to tell me about you. I encourage you to spend a little time before our session thinking about what you would like out of therapy, and how you want support. I like to remind people too that they can use this first session (and sessions after) to get to see if I am a good fit for you. Your time in therapy is about you and you deserve an experience that you are comfortable and happy with.

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

As a therapists, one of my strengths are that I am going to do the work with you. I am also not perfect, and I am aware of that. I want to provide you with the best care that I can and I will be committed to my own growth, self development, and critical awareness. With that, you are always able to give me feedback about how I am showing up for you. Last, I am not an expert on you. I won't try to tell you what is best for you, or tell you how to handle what you are experiencing. Instead, I will explore with you, help you to find tools that are individualized, and empower you to handle things in a way that aligns with your experiences and who you are.

About Carlee D Smith