JoAnna Smith, LCSW

My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, ensuring that I center my clients and support their personal agency in every session. I offer individual counseling exclusively and primarily work with adults. I am also a certified Trauma-Informed practitioner, and I prioritize anti-oppressive practices in my work. Specializing in culturally informed and responsive/affirming therapy, I am committed to serving people of color (POC) effectively. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern California (USC) Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work in Los Angeles, CA.

University of Southern California (USC) Dworak Peck School of Social Work 2013 - MSW

Listening to Jazz and Classical Music, Trying out recipes, Enjoying long walks on the beach, A good book on a rainy day

Therapist

Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Disorder, Communication Skills, Coping Skills, Depression, Dysthymic Disorder, Emotional Regulation, Fatigue, Burn Out, And Self-care, Grief, Imposter Syndrome, Insomnia, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorder, Parenting Issues, Physical Disabilities, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Self-Esteem, Setting Boundaries, Socio-Economic Concerns, Stress Management, Substance Use Issues, Survivors Of Suicide, Trauma

Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Black, Indigenous, And People Of Color (BIPOC), Latino Community