I am a clinical social worker licensed in NY with over twenty five years of experience working as a psychotherapist and clinical supervisor. I have worked with people with a wide range of situations and circumstances including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, parenting, OCD, ADHD, and LGBTQ+ related challenges . I have also helped many individuals who have experienced trauma .
My therapy style is warm, interactive and engaging. I believe feeling validated is key in a persons life as well as being treated with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and family systems modalities. I will tailor our dialogue and professional partnership to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support you on your journey of empowerment.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
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Ms Smith is insightful and thoughtful
Written on Dec 27, 2024 after therapy with Kelly for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Forever grateful for Kelly's wise insights & helpful guidance in reaching a more healed version of myself. Truly dedicated professional!
Written on Jun 28, 2024 after therapy with Kelly for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Kelly has really changed my life. I’m so much happier with her as my therapist. She is really knowledgeable in the field. I can honestly say my mental health has improved greatly since working with her and it only gets better.
Written on Jan 31, 2024 after therapy with Kelly for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kelly is a great person who is empathetic to what is shared.
Written on Jan 27, 2024 after therapy with Kelly for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
Kelly is compassionate and candid; she meets you where you are but still finds thoughtful and gentle ways to push you toward a more healed version of yourself.
Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Kelly is a phenomenal therapist, in tune and informed on a variety of issues. I cannot thank Kelly enough for the valuable insights I have gained throughout our work. I am far more confident of myself and my abilities and so will always keep the lessons i’ve learned from our time together close to my heart.
Written on Mar 07, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning eating disorders, career difficulties, and adhd
I have struggled with my identity for years. I had difficulties finding a therapist that could understand and be empathic in the most professional way. Kelly demonstrates professionalism and understanding that most therapists I had lacked. It's truly a breath of fresh air to finally find a therapist that knows LGBTQA+ issues and whom I can discuss and trust.
Written on Dec 28, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, and grief
Kelly is really compassionate, kind, and supportive. I am so grateful for Kelly’s advice and support through such a difficult period.
Highly recommend :)
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, and self esteem
Kelly is amazing. She listens and provides guidance especially for me in navigating boundaries, expectations and finding a middle ground in my relationships of all types. My communication has already begun to improve with my friends so that I am able to establish closer bonds and make sure we are both getting what we need from each other. Kelly has absolutely been a godsend. Additionally, she’s funny and warm which just makes it so easy to open up to her.
Written on Oct 03, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
I like Kelly and pressed wrong stuff.
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Kelly is extremely helpful! She had helped me get from depression to a median spot.
Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have really enjoyed working with Kelly. It took me a few attempts to find a therapist that suited me, but I'm glad I toughed it out. She has met my concerns at every turn and helped me cope and work through so much! Thank you for everything, Kelly.
Written on May 28, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kelly is exactly the therapist I needed. She listens well and helps me so much! I’m so glad I found her and would definitely recommend!
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 3 months on issues concerning lgbt
I <3 Kelly
Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Only worked with Kelly for 4 weeks and went from being confused and emotionally a wreck to implementing a plan to get my life back on track. She gave such good advice and helped me figure out the underlying issues I had. She is the best!
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
I feel well understood and heard by Kelly.
Written on Mar 19, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Love Kelly. She’s the best
Written on Feb 07, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
I have been working with Kelly for 4 months. Kelly is extremely empathetic and a great listener. She makes you feel seen, supported, and understood. I have been through many therapy experiences and Kelly is a rare gem.
Written on Jan 28, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Kelly is great! She is very good at listening and offers really valuable insight whenever we talk.
Written on Jan 04, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She's great. Respectful. Insightful and caring.
Written on Dec 06, 2021 after therapy with Kelly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Kelly is wonderful. I would recommend her to anyone. Great heart, great mind.
Written on Nov 01, 2021 after therapy with Kelly for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Kelly is wonderful and will make you feel very comfortable. I am not one to share many things about myself but Kelly is very supportive and thoughtful. I hope I can continue to work with her once I renew my subscription.
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Kelly for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Kelly was very understanding and gave effective, simple solutions to the issues I shared during our session. Kelly responded to my concerns with respect and empathy- I felt very comfortable and supported. I would highly recommend Kelly Smith to anyone trying to move through a difficult time or seeking guidance on how to incorporate new healthy habits and routines into their life.
Written on Oct 06, 2021 after therapy with Kelly for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
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