Mona Smith, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Mona Smith

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Depression

Self Esteem Issues

Codependency

Parenting Counseling

Sexual Abuse Counseling

Coping Mechanism Development

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

EMDR

Trauma Focused

Person-Centered

Positive Psychology

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Mona Smith

I have a doctorate degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I also hold a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University. My personal style is casual and comfortable. My approach I provide a supportive space where my patients can feel safe and comfortable. I use a combination of therapeutic approaches, including client-centered therapy, CBT, Gestalt, EMDR, and experiential techniques. My focus I am very comfortable treating many conditions and populations. My communication style I aim to offer you a safe place to talk about the challenges you are experiencing in life. My journey to mental healthcare My heart has always driven me to help people and see their potential. I find supporting others very rewarding. My goals for you I work with my patients to determine their goals, set them together, and then identify baby steps to achieve them. My first session with you After the intake is complete, I jump right in to assess the comfort level of my patients. Some like to take it slow and chit-chat for a bit, while others prefer to dive straight into the issues they are facing.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland

Education and training

Loma Linda University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1437664927

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Mona Smith?

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Is Mona Smith accepting new patients?

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What practice does Mona Smith work with?

Mona Smith works with Rula Health - San Francisco/Oakland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mona Smith?

Mona 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 Mona Smith on their profile.