Tim Smyth, LMFT, CA | Psychotherapist

About Tim Smyth

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Codependency

Adoption Counseling

Behavioral Problems

Work-Related Counseling

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Couples

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Biofeedback

Culturally Sensitive

Coaching

Emotionally Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Male

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Tim Smyth

I am Tim Smyth, a licensed marriage and family therapist with a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Ryokan College and a Master’s in Psychology from California State University Northridge. I am a seasoned practitioner of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with 35 years of experience working with adults, couples, children, adolescents, and their families across various mental health and community settings. I specialize in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders. My approach I help people explore the relationships between their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. I actively address thinking errors such as cognitive distortions and work toward adopting more adaptive ways of thinking and behaving, believing this can also lead to changes in feelings. My focus I work with nearly all ages, primarily between 10 and 80. I typically work with people from a variety of backgrounds and socioeconomic strata. While I have experience with a wide range of conditions, I tend to avoid court referrals. My communication style I am respectfully direct in my communication with clients. I specialize in communication dynamics in relationships. I employ and teach active listening, avoid using “big words” like “always” and “never,” and emphasize ongoing validation, among other common approaches. My journey to mental healthcare Before becoming a therapist, I was a budding caregiver. As a child, I wanted to help animals by becoming a veterinarian. Later, I considered becoming a physician, but for various reasons—including my aversion to copious amounts of blood or bodily fluids—I became a therapist. My professional journey has been long and instructive. My experience in the film industry has given me insight into the creative and technical aspects of entertainment trades, including the stresses and joys of such work. I understand how long days, tight production schedules, and contract disputes can drain some of the joy from being part of something really big.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. East

Education and training

Ryokan College, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
California State University Northridge, Master's in Psychology

NPI number

1023146123

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What practice does Tim Smyth work with?

Tim Smyth works with Rula Health - L.A. East.

What are common reasons for patients to see Tim Smyth?

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