Kennethya Smith-Johnson, LCSW, AR | Psychotherapist

About Kennethya Smith-Johnson

Focus areas

Anxiety

Stress

Coping Mechanism Development

Stress Management

Depression

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kennethya Smith-Johnson

I am located in the state of Arkansas and also work with telehealth patients in Iowa and South Dakota. I use a client-centered approach to therapy to help you cultivate and foster perspectives and behaviors that promote well-being. Since 2015, I have worked with many patients focused on improving anxiety, depression, stress, and grief. My approach Most commonly, I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), as it works well with depression, anxiety, and stress. I also incorporate solution-focused and mindfulness approaches to motivate clients to prioritize the changes that matter most. My focus I have years of experience working with adults from various demographics, ages 18 and up. I am allied with both Christian-focused therapy and those who participate in diverse groups such as LGBTQ+, African American, and underserved/minority communities. My communication style As a therapist, I create a safe, nonjudgmental environment to connect with clients who may be starting or re-establishing therapeutic services. It is important to me to have open conversations about mental health and the negative stigmas associated with seeking help. My journey to mental healthcare I began my undergraduate studies as a nursing major but switched to social work, knowing I wanted to work in the medical field. I earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of Southern California and started my career in care coordination and medical social work. After COVID, I sought a change from the hospital setting, which led me to therapy. I can truly say I have found my niche. Community is not how it sees you, but how you see it. Thank you in advance for allowing me to be part of your community. My goals for you When establishing goals, I believe it is essential to start with objectives that are consistent and easy to accomplish to motivate meaningful change.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Irrational Fears / Phobias

Panic Attack

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Suicidal Tendencies

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Irrational Fears / Phobias

Panic Attack

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Arkansas

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1851770937

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What practice does Kennethya Smith-Johnson work with?

Kennethya Smith-Johnson works with Rula Health - Arkansas.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kennethya Smith-Johnson?

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