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Phedra Smith

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Like war, trauma from adult and childhood abuse and hurt from church, relationships and family has created trauma that has left many of us limping through life. Just because you are use to the pain, it doesn't mean you should continue to live with the pain. I am the type of therapist that wants to see results. I am honest with my clients and I put in the work to help you move forward in life.

My approach to therapy

My knowledge and training in Sandtray and EMDR is rare in Pensacola, Fl. I'm passionate about learning and bringing that knowledge to my clients. Using these techniques and more, most of my clients are able to gain deep insight for relief to trauma symptoms such as anxiety, triggers and depression much more quickly than traditional talk therapy provides.

What you can expect from me

Change is difficult but living with shame, fear and a never ending cycle of blame & pain is miserable. When I made the brave decision to reach out for help I kept it private. However, as I began to see growth I no longer saw therapy as something to hide. I wanted everyone to be able to experience the freedom and relief that I found. I want the same for you!

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Inquisitive, Direct, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Troy University, MS (Master of Science) at Troy University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension Health Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Florida Blue, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Women's issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    6704 Plantation Road Unit C
    Pensacola, FL 32504