Karem Smith

Hi! I’m the owner of EMDR Healing Therapy and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 11 years of experience working with adults. I earned my Master’s in Counseling Psychology, specializing in Marriage and Family Therapy, graduating with distinction. I specialize in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals process stuck memories, reduce anxiety and depression, and shift unhelpful relationship patterns. I have experience assisting adults navigating a variety of challenges, including reproductive and post-partum struggles, traumatic events and abuse, life transitions, and relationship difficulties. My goal is to support you in creating meaningful, lasting change. You don’t have to do this alone. I’m here to walk alongside you.

I am certified in EMDR, a therapy approach that helps people heal from past trauma as well as smaller, repeated life experiences that quietly shape how they respond to stress, challenges, loss, and relationships. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. I am warm, personable, playful, and non-judgmental, and I am passionate about helping people build confidence, strengthen relationships, communicate effectively, and find real relief in their daily lives.

In your first session, we will focus on getting to know you and understanding what brought you to therapy. You can expect a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you feel heard and supported. I also provide psycho-education about trauma, the sympathetic nervous system, and how past experiences can shape your responses, so you gain insight into what’s happening in your mind and body. Together, we’ll identify your goals, explore what’s keeping you stuck, and begin taking steps toward relief, growth, and healthier patterns. My aim is to help you leave the session feeling understood, empowered, and hopeful about the path forward.