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Avina Johnson-Smith

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Maternal mental health
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than two and a half years of experience in private practice. I also provides clinical supervision for MFTs and LPCAs, supporting emerging therapists as they grow into their best professional selves.

My approach to therapy

I take a gradual, intentional approach to building therapeutic relationships. I meet clients where they are, offering grace while maintaining clear boundaries and accountability. I value authentic connection and believe meaningful progress develops at a steady, supportive pace.

What you can expect from me

If you are looking for a quiet, intentional therapist who may be the right fit for your needs, I welcome the opportunity to work together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Inquisitive, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Central Connecticut State University
  • License type
    LMFT (Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist) (Connecticut)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Maternal mental health
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, OCD, LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Behavioral, Multi-Systemic (MST), Biofeedback, Strategic Family Therapy, Somatic, Narrative Therapy, Experiential, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Behavioral Couples Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Management, Strength-Based, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Bowen Family Systems, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Gestalt, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Psychodynamic
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Children, Adults, Infants / Toddlers
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    543 North Main Street E
    Manchester, CT 06042