About Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Burnout
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Anxiety
Parenting Counseling
Women's Mental Health Issues
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families
Treatment approaches
Trauma Focused
Positive Psychology
Strength-Based
Multicultural
Relational
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith
Please note: I am not in-network with any insurance I am an out-of-network provider Close your eyes and imagine life without anxiety, sadness, self-criticism, and low self-esteem weighing you down To move past some of the awful things that have happened to you To let go of the hurt and disappointment you've been holding on to What would it feel like to be unstuck, to have clarity in your life and relationships? To feel at peace with yourself and your circumstances To feel confident and empowered over your life and believe you truly deserve it? It might be hard to imagine, but you can have it And I can help you get there I am a holistic licensed clinical psychologist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Seton Hall University, completed a residency in Child and Adolescent Psychology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, hold a Master’s in Forensic Psychology from Walden University, and earned my bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University With a decade of clinical experience, I specialize in anxiety, trauma, ADHD, chronic illness, and parenting issues I treat teens, young adults, and mothers, incorporating evidence-based approaches such as mindfulness, psychodynamic therapy, CBT, DBT, and ACT, tailored to your unique needs Personally, I am a mother, Black/Latina woman, autoimmune warrior, and childhood trauma survivor I have turned my painful life experiences into my purpose by working with individuals navigating chronic illness, relational and family stressors, and healing from trauma Regarding my own journey through motherhood, I am passionate about supporting women struggling with perinatal and postpartum concerns, work-life balance, and career stress I am sarcastic, open-minded, lighthearted, straightforward, and obsessed with Harry Potter (yes, I have a wand) The search for a therapist can be daunting Therapy can be a beautiful journey with the right therapist If you’re ready to get out of survival mode and thrive, schedule a free 15-minute consult call today.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I do NOT accept insurance. You can seek reimbursement from your insurance company if there are out of network benefits.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Prior to intake, intake forms will need to be completed. Intake forms will include questionnaires and consent forms to sign. The intake forms will be sent via a secure HIPAA telehealth platform. The intake appointment will last for 60 minutes (ongoing weekly sessions are 45 minutes). This appt is an opportunity to learn more about what is bringing you into therapy, identify your goals and to provide you with information about what treatment would look like.
For adolescent or child cases, the intake is 2 parts. One session with parents/caregivers and a separate session with adolescent. If teen is over 18, parent involvement can occur once a release is signed.
Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
More information on payments and coverage
As many psychologists in NYC, I am an out-of-network provider and provide weekly superbills to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Individuals who have out-of-network mental health benefits often find that their insurance company will reimburse between 30-80% of the therapy fee. My fee is $350/session. I offer sliding scale (reduced fee) for individuals with financial difficulties.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Seton Hall University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Residency in Child and Adolescent Psychology
- Walden University, Master's in Forensic Psychology
- Rutgers University (Bachelor's)
- Rutgers New Jersey Medical School (Clinical Medicine)
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
- The Association of Black Psychologists
Awards and publications
- Gayle Smith, Shaneze, "Moderators To The Effects Of Childhood Traumatic Stress On Childhood Physical Health" (2022). Seton Hall University Dissertations and Theses (ETDs). 3006. https://scholarship.shu.edu/dissertations/3006
- Lowenstein, J., Gayle, S., Duffis, J., Prestiagiacomo, C., Ghandi, C., (2011 September) "The Natural History and Treatment Options for Unruptured Intracranial Aneurysms," International Journal of Vascular Medicine.
- Foley, P., Leonardo, V., Bressler, R., Mary, K., Jayashankar, S., Gayle, S., Jones, J., & Re, S. (2020, August). Comparative Review of VR Platforms for Treatment of Specific Phobias. [Poster Session Cancelled]. Poster session was to be presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association, Washington D.C., United States of America
- Gayle, S., Foley, P. (2020, 2019 July). Psychology and Healthcare. Presentation at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine-Medical Internship Navigating Diversity & Science (SOM MINDS).
NPI number
1164004214
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith?
Generally, Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Gayle Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith accepting new patients?
Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Gayle Smith's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith accept my insurance?
Choose your insurance plan to verify if Dr. Gayle Smith is in-network.
Can I make an appointment with Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Gayle Smith using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith work with?
Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith works with Empowered Mind Therapy Group.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith?
Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith speak?
Dr. Shaneze Gayle Smith speaks English.