Patricia Richardson Kayiatos-Smith, LCSW, CA

About Patricia Richardson Kayiatos-Smith

Focus areas

Childhood Trauma

Peer Relationship Struggles

Stress

Codependency

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Women's Issues Therapy

Dissociative Disorder

Psychological Trauma

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

EMDR

Compassion Focused

Feminist

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Patricia Richardson Kayiatos-Smith

Welcome! I'm guessing you're in pain, struggling, or feeling vulnerable. I hope to support you compassionately and provide a place where you can process your feelings and experiences, learn new information about yourself, and practice new and healthier skills when navigating life stressors. I am passionate about nature, the human-animal connection, self-growth and exploration, and finding a greater purpose in life. My approach Therapy can be a transformative experience of acknowledging the Self and finding a higher level of functioning. The relationship between therapist and client facilitates gentle and foundational changes aiming to discard dysfunctional coping skills and to acquire healthier tools for living. I intend to create an accepting and nonjudgmental space and connect with my clients through compassion, empathy and unconditional positive regard. I understand and cherish the intimacy and honor that is my role in my clients' lives. Trauma is a backpack we carry around daily, not realizing how hindering its weight is. I intend to create a space where clients feel comfortable setting down the backpack and examining what's within. My goal is to look at and honor each item inside and, ultimately, relieve some of that weight. I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from Hunter College in New York City, where I advocated for transgender women of color engaged in survival sex work. I am especially passionate about working with survivors of trauma, the LGBTQ community, artists, creatives, and those struggling with relationships. I am EMDR-trained, certified in Animal-Assisted Therapy, and utilize DBT, CBT, psychodynamic methods, and somatic practices to create a holistic, specialized approach. My focus My areas of focus include supporting those with LGBTQ+ identities, including gender identity, and writing WPATH-standard letters for gender confirmation surgeries.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. North

Education and training

Silberman School of Social Work, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1629426374

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Patricia Richardson Kayiatos-Smith works with Rula Health - L.A. North.

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Patricia Richardson Kayiatos-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 Patricia Richardson Kayiatos-Smith on their profile.