Stephanie Smith MS, LPCC, LPC National Certified Counselor

I am licensed by the state of New Mexico as  a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPCC) andLicensed Professional Counselor in the State of Virginia.

I enjoy helping people gain skills that restore their sense of self, confidence, and willingness to actively navigate the dynamics of their life.  I strive to foster calm, stability, a sense of inner control, and interest in authentic connection. I look forward to supporting you through issues including anxiety, depression, codependency, substance misuse/abuse, grief, anger, lack of boundaries, trauma, compassion fatigue, and eating disorders. I hold a Master of Science in General Mental Health Counseling with specializations in addiction treatment and somatic psychology. I hold a dual BA in Gender Studies and Sociology. I love supporting LBGTQIA people in the pursuit of Mental Health. I am an intersectional feminist and therapist. I have been a field researcher at the University of Arizona and for the University of Michigan in dynamic community wellness initiative grants.

We will work from a client centered approach to help you clarify your needs, be a safe place to voice your feelings and embolden your skills to live the life you want.

Hobbies: Cycling, Keeping up on music, Meditation, Reading, Traveling

Claim to fame: Resiliency excavation

Favorite Quote: From Night Eyes a poem by Stephanie Smith

“When I started longing for understanding instead of acceptance I found myself". 

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SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Abuse, Eating disorders, Depression, Compassion fatigue

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Also experienced in:
Autism Socialization and Behavior Management, Addictions, LGBT , Relationship Issues, Family Conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Anger Management , Self Esteem , Career Difficulties , Bipolar Disorder , Coping with life changes , Abandonment , Antisocial Personality ,

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Sex Positive

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Contact Information: 520-288-2079

Stephanie@StephanieSmithCounseling.Network

Telehealth Only

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