My name is Tanya Smith and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). I currently work in the state of Florida and I have 10+ years of experience in areas such as: case management, psychotherapy, trauma and abuse, mental health treatment and substance abuse treatment. I have worked with children, teenagers, adults, families, and couples who have struggled with various life changes and adjustment periods, behavioral issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship challenges, trauma, abuse, and self-esteem issues.
My therapeutic counseling style is client focused. I like to ensure that all sessions and interactions are positive and collaborative, working towards achieving my clients desired goals. I treat all clients with dignity, respect, kindness, and openness to avoid any judgments and/or biases. I utilize Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
I hope you will allow me to work with you in future counseling sessions and allow me to help you identify and overcome your stressors and challenges. I am in hopes that you will allow me to work with you in future counseling sessions. It is my goal to tailor all sessions in a way that would be most beneficial to you. I am flexible and can be available at times that would work best for you.
Additional areas of focus: LGBTQ+ related issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Coping with grief and loss, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Depression, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH18196
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Tanya is patient and understanding. I greatly appreciate her willingness to listen and address the concerns I have about my feelings. You can tell she is very passionate about what she does.
Written on Jul 11, 2026 after therapy with Tanya for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
I like she was readily available through text and through phone call.
Written on Jun 23, 2026 after therapy with Tanya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Great therapist
Written on Jun 09, 2026 after therapy with Tanya for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
We have had two session and I am very grateful for you. I am looking forward to have a shoulder to lean on. You are very easy to talk with.
Written on Aug 12, 2025 after therapy with Tanya for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management
Tanya is amazing. She's a great listener. I am inspired by her. Having a non bias person who is non judgemental, respectful, thoughtful and inspiring has reduced my level of anxiety. I am making life changes. She has guided me with resources and useful strategies that have helped me to focus on my goals. It has improved my self esteem in so many ways. I am truly grateful.
Written on Jun 19, 2024 after therapy with Tanya for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Thank you Lord for placing Tanya in my life.
Amazing, thoughtful, thank you Tanya!
Written on Jun 04, 2024 after therapy with Tanya for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd