Debra Smith, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Debra!

I am an experienced therapist who has worked with trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression, couples, families, and adolescents. I use a strength-based approach because, over the years, I have found it to provide the best support for people to grow.

My focus

I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I enjoy them all.

My approach

The therapeutic approaches I use include Strength-based, motivational interviewing, CBT, family systems, developmental couples therapy, and Solution-focused.

My communication style

The feedback I have received over the years is that people feel safe with me, that I am direct, empathic, and clear, and that I get to the real issues pretty quickly.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was working with adolescents as a teacher, and I discovered that I enjoyed one-on-one interactions more than groups, especially working with kids with problems. I decided to go back to school and get my Master's.

My goals for you

I work with them collaboratively and realistically to set goals.

Our first session

They will understand how I connect with them, what focus they have, and what it will entail.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Focus populations

Aviation Professionals

Body Positivity

Cancer

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Gay

Immune-Disorders

Lesbian

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Single Mother

Vegan

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 42 more

Languages spoken

English, French

Education

Master in Counseling (MC) from University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Debra Smith