Debra Smith, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Debra Smith

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Christian Counseling

AEDP

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English, French

Getting to know Debra Smith

Hi there, I'm Debra! Deborah Smith, LMFT-I am an experienced therapist with 40 years of practice, working with trauma, addictions, anxiety, depression, couples, families, adolescents, and more. I use a strength-based approach because, over the years, I have found it provides the best support for people to grow. My approach Strength-based, motivational interviewing, CBT, family systems, developmental couples therapy, and Solution Focused. My focus I have worked with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I enjoy them all. My communication style The feedback I have received over the years is that people feel safe with me, that I am direct, empathic, 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 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 earned my Master's in Counseling Psychology from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. My goals for you I work collaboratively and realistically with clients to set goals. My first session with you You will understand how I connect with you, what your focus is, and what the process will entail.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Teen Violence

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. South

Education and training

University of Wisconsin–Madison, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1952750663

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What practice does Debra Smith work with?

Debra Smith works with Rula Health - L.A. South.

What are common reasons for patients to see Debra Smith?

Debra Smith frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Debra Smith on their profile.