What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Andrea Straker-Smith made it so easy to speak about everything that’s been weighing on my mind for decades! I’m grateful for this first session because I’ve realized therapy is truly going to help me in the long run!”
Crystal W.May 19, 2026Video visit
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
Motivational Interviewing
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
ChristianEthnicity
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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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Pace University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1659216927
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Andrea Straker-Smith made it so easy to speak about everything that’s been weighing on my mind for decades! I’m grateful for this first session because I’ve realized therapy is truly going to help me in the long run!
May 19, 2026Crystal W.Verified patientVideo visit
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May 4, 2026Schavonne F.Verified patientVideo visit
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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.
What languages does Andrea Straker-Smith speak?
Andrea Straker-Smith speaks English.
How do patients rate Andrea Straker-Smith in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Andrea Straker-Smith. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.