Shaven Smith, LISW, SC | Psychotherapist

About Shaven Smith

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Women's Issues Therapy

Depression

Stress

Work-Related Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Person-Centered

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shaven Smith

Thank you for taking the first step toward your wellness. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression (CBT-D) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). I specialize in helping individuals navigate depression and trauma using proven, evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. My approach My approach to providing care is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I believe therapy is a partnership where we work together to identify your goals and build the tools you need to achieve them. I use structured, proven methods like CBT-D and CPT to help you understand the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—empowering you to make meaningful changes. At the same time, I prioritize creating a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, respected, and understood throughout your healing journey. My focus I work best with adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by depression, trauma, or life transitions. Many of my clients come to me feeling like they’ve tried to manage things on their own but need more structured support to truly move forward. Whether you're navigating the effects of past trauma or struggling with the day-to-day impact of depression, I provide a focused, evidence-based approach through CBT-D and CPT. Together, we’ll work to uncover patterns, build practical tools, and create lasting change so you can feel more in control, confident, and connected to the life you want to live. My communication style In our work together, you can expect a tone that is honest, supportive, and grounded in respect. I communicate in a way that is clear and direct because I believe in being transparent and helping you get to the heart of what’s going on, but always with compassion and sensitivity. I strive to create a space where you feel safe, seen, and never judged.

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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 - South Carolina

Education and training

Jackson State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1508520644

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What practice does Shaven Smith work with?

Shaven Smith works with Rula Health - South Carolina.

What are common reasons for patients to see Shaven Smith?

Shaven 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 Shaven Smith on their profile.