Dr. LaShonda Smith - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

21 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Dr. LaShonda Smith

I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I completed my doctoral training in the field of clinical psychology and have worked with clients of all ages who are challenged by a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, school struggles, health problems, and financial stress. I believe all people are deserving of dignity and respect and no one can be defined simply by their struggles. It’s my mission to bring mental health care to those who have been reluctant to seek care or have not had means or access. My approach is mostly cognitive-behavioral combined with person-centered and solution-focused features. However, I understand that all clients are individuals, there is no one-size-fits-all approach to counseling. We will work together in finding an approach that is the best fit for your needs.

There’s no doubt that making personal change can be scary, so congratulate yourself on taking the first step! The journey may not always be easy, but I am here to support you as you build a better you.

I look forward to working with you!

Licenses

Psychologist

830

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Divorce and separation
Family problems
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Self-love
Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“I am impressed with her professionalism and her ability to help couples get to the bottom of issues. She is personable and makes it easy to open up.”

“I've only been working with Dr. Smith for maybe a little over a month ; in just a small time, I feel I have grown so much. She just seems to perfectly understand without me over explaining, exactly what I need to work on and how I can practice that. She's the best!”

“She is an excellent listener and provides insightful questions to further my personal progress”

“She is so awesome. She makes me feel very comfortable and listens and understands what I’m saying”

“Dr.Smith is a wonderful listener. She offers good suggestions and challenges. She is kind and encouraging.”

“Dr. Smith is very easy to talk to. Apart from listening and understanding, what I appreciate most is her ability to provide a ‘call to action’, that feels natural and empowering rather than forced. Her approach helps me process my thoughts while also taking meaningful steps forward.”

“Great therapist!”

“My daughter really enjoyed her sessions with Dr. Smith.”

“Very compassionate and a good ear!”

“Very understanding.”

“She’s understanding to different situations and a different life”

“Although I’ve only had two sessions with Dr. Smith, I find her to be a patient listener who is easy to talk to. Her pleasant tone and approach adds comfort to a situation, that for me, can feel a bit awkward. So far it’s been a pretty satisfying experience and I am pleased with the match.”

“Helpful so far”

“Dr. smith is awesome she listens and understands and most of all she’s caring. I would recommend her for sure.”

“Dr. Smith has been amazing and that’s just one word to sum her up out of many! She’s a great listener and gives such good advise and cares about me.”

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