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Nikaya Smith

Therapist
12 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults of all ages and many perspectives. I have extensive experience providing therapy and I am passionate about helping those with complicated trauma heal and create the lives they deserve. I also enjoy working with those who feel very deeply, have complicated identities and who are neurodivergent.

My approach to therapy

I like to partner with clients in a collaborative way and create a space where transformation can happen organically. Uncovering the roots of who you are allows for meaningful shifts in perspective and behavior. In this deeper understanding change can occur.

What you can expect from me

I strive for clients to be understood by me and to find a safety in the relationship to more authentically be themselves. I like to learn all parts of clients (including lighter sides), so that strengths can be tapped into in the healing process.

About me

  • I identify as
    Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    12 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Columbia University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Trauma
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English