Lakendria Smith, LPC, MS | Psychotherapist

About Lakendria 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)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Interpersonal

Compassion Focused

Intervention

Dialectical (DBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lakendria Smith

Hi there, I'm Lakendria! Hi guys, I'm Lakendria Smith (2652), but you can call me Kendra. As your therapist, I will begin by meeting you where you are emotionally and mentally through listening, reflective communication, and understanding your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. My approach I specialize in behavioral interventions, stress, ODD, women?s issues, relationships, school issues, anxiety, depression, and conflict management. My focus Typically, I work with preteens to older adults. I treat most depression, anxiety, career changes, phases of life, adolescent behavioral disorders, and trauma. My communication style It is important to create a neutral environment and tone to foster comfort and mental stability. Most clients say I can be funny, witty, full of lessons, and understanding. I prefer individuals to be educated about their condition. My journey to mental healthcare As a therapist, I understand the difficulties individuals face daily?feeling unheard, sometimes feeling alone, struggling with trust, questioning one?s existence, and wanting to feel comfortable sharing private issues. This is why I am drawn to helping others. It?s so important to understand one?s thoughts, feelings, and actions. I personally understand these thoughts. My goals for you When goal setting arises, it?s best to list strengths to utilize when barriers and limitations appear. Clients are then able to verbalize what feels most important and intrusive in their lives. My first session with you During the first session, I begin with an introduction of myself and the client. I allow time to discuss your fears, concerns, and any questions about therapy. It?s important that clients know the expectations of therapy and that the initial session will require some personal information to be discussed. I hold a Bachelor?s degree from the University of Mississippi, a Master?s in Psychology from the University of Phoenix, and a Master?s in Counseling from Grand Canyon University.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Mississippi

Education and training

Grand Canyon University, Master's in Counseling
University of Phoenix, Master's in Psychology
University of Mississippi (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1851609275

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Lakendria Smith work with?

Lakendria Smith works with Rula Health - Mississippi.

What are common reasons for patients to see Lakendria Smith?

Lakendria 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 Lakendria Smith on their profile.