Who am I? I am HER, I am great, I am divine and I strongly believe that we are all that person. I also believe that all humans are uniquely and wonderfully created and possess the abilities to achieve their greatness potential. We are all fearfully and wonderfully made. Being a West Indian, I am truly aware and sensitive to cultural differences and respect every journey that we are on. Coming from a military background where I served in the United States Navy for 10 years before being Honorably Discharged, I am very familiar with military life and transition. I do enjoy working with individuals from all different backgrounds and consider myself to be culturally competent. I believe that life, like therapy, is about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone, embracing growth learning and developing healthy habits that develop into new behaviors and patterns that ultimately make an individual the best version of themselves.

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

I am dedicated to understanding mental health and the impact it has on the mind, body, & soul. This means taking a holistic approach examining not only the person, but their environment, collective experiences, and interpersonal trauma in hopes to assist with navigating life and breaking toxic cycles. Our mental health serves as the foundation for our everyday functions. We need to THRIVE & not just survive. Treatment is collaborative and solution focused, I understand that YOU are the expert in your own life and will work with you to tailor a treatment approach to your specific and unique needs

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

I am passionate about taking an integrative holistic approach using Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SFBT. Person-centered, Psycho-Education and Motivational Interviewing (MI) ensures that each client receives a personalized, collaborative approach unique. Because everyone is wonderful and unique. My focus is on the client’s overall need and goals toward mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health. I am excited and honored to walk along side you on your journey and look forward to walking each unique journey with all my clients.

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

Having worked with young professionals for the past 8 years, I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you identify the root cause of your challenges and create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.

About Dwyana Smithen-Lewis

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