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Hilda Smits

Therapist(She, her)
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Originally from South Africa, I lived and traveled abroad, had a variety of interesting and not so interesting jobs, met people from all walks of life, and always felt destined to become a therapist. In my free time I love spending time with my daughter, running, nature, and creative writing. Please feel free to reach out to see if we may be a good fit.

My approach to therapy

As a trauma focused therapist, I am somatically focused and utilize EMDR and IFS. Interested in all things human, I have experience in working with trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, and relationship difficulties. My primary interests are in childhood trauma and grief. I am certified in EMDR and trained in IFS Level 1 & 2.

What you can expect from me

I am curious about my clients, about getting to know them. Human relationships are by nature dynamic and can be complex, and these are the very things that draw me to therapy. Being person centered is important to me, which means meeting you where you are “at” and creating a safe space by showing unconditional positive regard. I am authentic in my relationships and can be direct. I am growth and insight oriented and like to learn with my clients.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    M. Ed at Vanderbilt University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Pennsylvania)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Curative

Cost

Care details

  • More specialties
    Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Humanistic, Somatic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Attachment Based, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1518 Walnut Street Suite 607
    Philadelphia, PA 19102