Harrison Smith, LPCC

he/him

Licensed in CA #11941

Insurances Accepted: Cigna/Evernorth, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross

I am very engaged with the client to get a strong understanding of their history throughout their lives and problem solve.

My Focus Areas

Anxiety, Cultural Issues/Racial Trauma, Depression, OCD, Panic, Personality Disorders, Sexual Trauma, Stress, Substance Use, Trauma

My Therapy Style

My therapeutic style is solution-focused. I am very engaged with the client to get a strong understanding of their history throughout their lives and problem solve. I utilize primarily a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing when helpful. I work collaboratively with my clients. I will be as directive as I need to be to help the client achieve their goals.

My Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused, Strengths-based

Education & Training

EdS - Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Florida State University

Get to Know Me

Why did you become a mental health professional?

My calling has always been to help others. Therapy has been the tool for me to do that.

What are your interests outside of work?

I enjoy exercise, plants, and reading anything by Carl Jung.

What is one thing you do daily that supports your well-being?

Playing with my Golden Retriever, Shia, regularly keeps me in a great mood.

How do you recharge?

Being outdoors when the weather is perfect!