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Jalia Hurst-Smart

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, I’m Jalia Hurst-Smart, a licensed therapist dedicated to creating a safe and supportive space where you feel heard and valued. I have practiced for nearly 10 years in Florida and specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, 2SLGBTQIA+, and people of color, particularly around issues such as trauma, anxiety, depression, identity, and life transitions.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy is both empowering and challenging to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change. My goal is to walk alongside you providing support and tools to help you on your journey.

What you can expect from me

In our first session, I like to start with an introductory evaluation to learn what brings you to therapy, changes you would like to see in your life, and to share your story. Together, we will take time to explore your goals, priorities, and begin shaping a plan that fits your needs. My aim is to create a safe, supportive, and affirming space where you can feel grounded. In future sessions, we will work together to help you moved towards the growth and healing you are seeking.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Affirming, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Florida State University (Tallahassee, FL - 24075), Other at Florida State University (Tallahassee, FL - 24075)
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Florida Blue Medicare Advantage, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Play, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Infants / Toddlers, Adolescents, Children
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    29399 US Highway 19 North suite 150
    Clearwater, FL 33761