Kristin Smith (she/her)

A key component of treating PTSD is knowing that it can look like many other mental health issues. I have direct experience in diagnosing and treating PTSD & specific training in Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which helps to inform my treatment planning. I have treated victims who have experienced sexual assault & abuse, crimes, near death experiences & multi-generational transmitted trauma. I provide a safe and empathetic place for all clients, which is crucial to healing.

Depression is one of the 3 most diagnosed mental health issues & it does not discriminate. I pull from CBT (changing negative thought patterns), DBT (which helps you understand and accept your difficult feelings), person-centered (coming from a place of believing that every person has the capacity for growth & self-actualization) & mindfulness practices to guide my clients toward healing and positive growth.

Anxiety is also one of the top 3 diagnosed mental health issues. I treat mild anxiety to debilitating anxiety disorders using concepts from CBT, DBT, person-centered, pscyho education & mindfulness practices. When appropriate, I also use Exposure Response Therapy in a gentle & empathetic manner so clients feel they are safe while making positive changes to reclaim their lives from anxiety.

Empathy, empathy, empathy! I've been told that working with me is like receiving a warm hug.

Family systems affects our daily lives more than most people realize! We don't live alone, but live in and out of many systems every day. They show up in our families, work places & communities. These systems can have dysfunctional traits that can contribute to depression and anxiety. My graduate school taught me to be a specialist in Bowen Theory which gives me a lens throughs which to guide clients to healthier relationship patterns.