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Anita Y. Smith, Ms

Behavioral Health Therapist/ Life Coach A Y Smith & Associates
Available next week
Specialties: Grief, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, Multicultural Concerns, Life Coaching,

Introduction

Greetings I'm Anita! If this is your first time seeking help, I would like to commend you for your courage. I'm curious to know what bought you here and what you would like to get out of therapy or coaching? I specialize in helping individuals "going through" grief and transition. The different kinds of losses: 1) Primary losses - death of a love one, friend or pet, break-up, separation, divorce, loss of job, loss of money, victim of a crime and losses due to Covid19 2)Secondary losses - change in health, moving, illness, changes and success; 3) Limbo losses - long hauler, caregiver, waiting the outcome of a test result, a lawsuit, separation, not knowing the outcome; 4) Complicated losses - primary, secondary and limbo losses going on at the same time. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas for 20+ years, a National Certified Counselor (NCC) for 30+ years, and a Board Certified Coach (BCC) for 7 years. I highly respect and value individuals who come to me from diverse backgrounds, faiths, cultures and those who feel they have "no voice". I welcome communication between us. You are the one who has the answers even if you don't know it yet. : )

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups
  • Coaching

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity
  • Military/Veterans
  • People with Disabilities
  • Recovery

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Multi-Faith

Payment options Free intro call available

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  • Fee Description $80 - $240

Locations

Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Anita Y. Smith, Ms accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Anita Y. Smith, Ms is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Anita Y. Smith, Ms also offers a free consultation.
Does Anita Y. Smith, Ms offer telehealth appointments? Anita Y. Smith, Ms does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Anita Y. Smith, Ms specialize in? Anita Y. Smith, Ms specializes in the following areas: Abortion Issues, Aging, Caregiver Issues, Chronic Illness, Cultural Adjustment, Grief, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, Multicultural Concerns, Self Esteem, Spirituality and Religion, Stroke, Women's Issues, and Compassion Fatigue.
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