Andrea Straker-Smith, MS, NY | Psychotherapist

About Andrea Straker-Smith

Focus areas

Adult Psychotherapy

Depression

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Anxiety

Identity Crisis

Stress

Childhood Trauma

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Integrative

Compassion Focused

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Andrea Straker-Smith

I am a therapist who believes deeply in every person’s ability to heal, grow, and find purpose—especially during times of pain, transition or uncertainty. I am passionate about supporting individuals who find themselves at a crossroads, helping them reconnect with hope, resilience, and a renewed sense of direction. Over the years, I’ve come to understand that healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens through connection. My professional background is grounded in more than 20 years of experience across mental health, addiction treatment, and social service program administration. I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families navigating addiction, trauma, domestic violence, child welfare involvement, and poverty. These experiences have given me a deep understanding of the systems that impact people’s lives, as well as a profound respect for the resilience people carry—even when they may not yet recognize it in themselves.

What should a new client know about working with you?

My approach to therapy is client-centered, compassionate, and tailored to each individual’s unique needs. I use an integrative framework that draws from multicultural counseling, CBT, DBT, MI, ACT, SFBT, and mindfulness. I work with adults and facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addiction, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Above all, I prioritize building a genuine, trusting relationship where clients feel safe, understood, and free from judgment. My goal is to help each person gain insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward the life they want to build.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

In the first session I will complete an intake assessment to gather as much information to better assess and get to know you, your history, and what concerns have brought you to therapy and therefore set up goals. The following sessions, we will engage in talk therapy while pulling from various modalities to help you achieve your goals. Our sessions are 45 min in length on a weekly basis. Please allow 15 minutes before the session to do the intake paperwork. I PROVIDE PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES ONLY; PLEASE NOTE I DON’T PROVIDE MEDICATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prenuptial Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prenuptial Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Smart Therapy PC

Education and training

Pace University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1659216927

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Andrea Straker-Smith?

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Is Andrea Straker-Smith accepting new patients?

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What practice does Andrea Straker-Smith work with?

Andrea Straker-Smith works with Smart Therapy PC.

What are common reasons for patients to see Andrea Straker-Smith?

Andrea Straker-Smith frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Andrea Straker-Smith on their profile.