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I believe that counseling is a team effort with both of us having unique roles. My role is to be your coach and cheerleader but the actual work belongs to you. I will be right there in your corner cheering you on and assisting you if you stumble.
My approach to counseling:
My primary approach to therapy is called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, also known as ACT. This is a form of counseling is a scientifically supported and provides positive outcomes. ACT uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies mixed in different ways. This approach also addresses commitment and behavior-change strategies that have the ability to increase psychological flexibility. Because the therapeutic process is not a “one size fits all” I use a variety of techniques in therapy, trying to find what will work best for you. These techniques are likely to include dialogue, interpretation, cognitive reframing, awareness exercises, self-monitoring experiments, visualization, journal keeping, drawing, and reading books. Frequently I will provide you with homework assignments that are geared towards developing skills for you to use outside the therapy environment. These exercises assist in not only strengthening your brain but also your behavioral changes. I also am certified in integrative mental health and utilize nutrition and diet as a tool for improving mental health and wellness.
I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida. Additionally, I earned a Master of Science degree in counseling from Nova Southeastern University.
Experience:
I completed my internship with and began my career in outpatient substance abuse counseling. During that time I also worked in detox and inpatient facilities. The vast majority of my work was with client’s who had dual diagnoses; meaning not only substance abuse but other mental health concerns; particularly PTSD. I have worked with children on an outpatient and inpatient basis. Most recently I have been working with adults at a community level. This population spans diagnoses ranging from anxiety and stress disorder to chronic and persistent mental illnesses such as schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. I have taken specialized training and certification classes in Trauma Focused Therapy and anxiety reduction skills.
Professional experience
8yrs in practice
Additional areas of focus:Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Body Image, Caregiver Issues and Stress, Codependency, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, First Responder Issues, Military and Veterans Issues, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks, Post-traumatic Stress, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social Anxiety and Phobia, Women's Issues
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It is so nice to have Terriee in my corner, helping me understand my truth. She is very prepared and takes the time to understand the big picture by piecing together details she extracts from our discussions in order to create positive change by evaluating ideas under multiple contexts.
Written on Jan 10, 2023 after therapy with Terriee for 5 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and self esteem
In 2 sessions, Terriee has helped me shift my views about myself and my trauma as a child. She listens and asks me profound questions that reach my inner feelings. She really moves me to keep on the path of self healing.
Written on Nov 16, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
Terriee Smith makes me feel listened to and appreciated. She often asks me what I am doing for myself to reduce my stress. She understands my problems and offers sound advice.
Written on Oct 25, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Terriee is a great therapist. I feel the connection with her, it took me a while to find a therapist that I could connect with. I find her suggestions very helpful for my wellbeing.
Written on Oct 13, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, trauma and abuse, and eating disorders
Terri has helped me immensely throughout my therapy.
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Just wonderful
Written on Jul 16, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Terriee is one of the highlights of my week! She is beyond thoughtful and always brings such insight into our conversation. She has a gift and I feel so lucky to have found her.
Written on Jul 10, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 7 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
I appreciate the help she has provided.
Written on Jun 12, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
I feel very comfortable sharing my thoughts and feelings with Terriee. I have learned a lot from her so far in the short time we've connected.
Written on Jun 02, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and adhd
Working with Terriee Smith has been a transformative, rewarding and life changing experience. As a mother, juggling a number of challenges personally, with my career and family – Terriee provided invaluable support and tools to help untangle the weeds and provide clarity and hope amidst overwhelm and uncertainty. Terriee is kind, compassionate, wise and vastly experienced and I’m so grateful I decided to reach out to her and that I was so expertly guided and supported byher throughout. She provided great tools to help with better commnication with my husband and to learn what triggers me to manage. The most important of all is for me to take time for myself anf ways to help me fill my emotional cup. Greatly appreciated.
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
Terriee is a wonderful therapist! I never feel I have to "hold back" anything and always feel free to ask for direction or support.
Written on May 15, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and anger management
She’s wonderful
Written on May 13, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
She is personalized, empathetic, smart, and truly cares about helping me.
Written on May 05, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and self esteem
Terriee is the best therapist and in many ways: listening, communication, feedback, support, knowledge , experience and kindness.
Written on Apr 26, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 9 months
Terrie has helped me remember who I am in the year that I’ve been talking to her in weekly sessions. I’ve gone from someone dealing with suicidal thoughts and rage to someone who is more peaceful and able to identify triggers that put me in a bad mental space. I was very skeptical of therapy. It didn’t work for me before. It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done, showing up for myself day after day. But I really do feel the difference and so does my family.
Written on Apr 11, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and anger management
I have truly enjoyed my time with Terriee. She’s has helped me go through some anxious times. I’m a better person since working with her.
Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Terrie is like an unbiased educated mom you get good advice and feedback from. She’s good at this. She helps me.
Written on Feb 15, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Terriee gives you the tools, guides you on how to use them and encourages you along the way. She made me feel comfortable in the first 5 minutes of speaking and I’ve been able to be very open with her.
Written on Jan 23, 2022 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Terriee is a supportive counselor that gives strategic feedback to focus on your goals and what you want to accomplish. I’m happy to have found her!
Written on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
She’s very good
Written on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Terriee is great! No nonsense right to thebpoint
Written on Oct 12, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Terriee is very caring and insightful.
Written on Oct 11, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Terriee has been fantastic, in the short time that we have been having sessions I feel very comfortable discussing my feelings and troubles with her. Our sessions are a 100% judgment-free zone, I feel heard, that my perspective is validated, and she is very gracious and kind when asking me about why/why I feel a certain way and guiding me towards the source and potential resolution of my feelings.
Written on Sep 23, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
She’s simply, the best!
Written on Sep 09, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 6 months
Incredible expertise, a wonderful clinician and any clients would be blessed to have her as a provider. Insight and keen understanding makes her a valuable asset to any company.
Written on Aug 27, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 3 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues
Truly enjoy my conversations with Terriee, I look forward to our weekly meetings.
Written on Aug 23, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I felt a great connection with my counselor since day one. I feel like I can talk freely about how I feel and I’m never judged. She has understood how I felt and why and she remembers clearly everything I tell her which I appreciate. She gives me the validation I haven’t received from many counselors, friends and even family in regard to my problems. I’m very happy and grateful I found this app and her!!
Written on May 23, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Talking to Terriee has been so helpful for me. She understands my issues, and is very kind in her delivery. She has helped me practice mindfulness, and encourages me.
Written on May 20, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Great listening. I can tell she cares
Written on Apr 30, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and family conflicts
Terriee is amazing, so blessed to have found her
Written on Apr 14, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
I really enjoy talking with Terriee. She makes me feel heard in a way that I didn’t realize I needed. She is very kind and opening up to her felt effortless, even though that is a very rare occurrence for me. She keeps me in check and reminds me to schedule my next visit and checks in often.
Written on Mar 01, 2021 after therapy with Terriee for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
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