Shaé Smith

I'm Shaé! Whether you are preparing to become a parent, navigating the complexities of pregnancy and postpartum, healing from trauma, or seeking clarity in the midst of a significant life transition, therapy can offer space for a slower, more intentional pace within a culture that often demands urgency; for reconnection to self; for radical imagination; and for momentum toward a more grounded life.

I specialize in supporting Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (QTBIPOC) communities and those navigating family planning and parenthood. I also support those moving through complicated grief, survivors of intimate partner violence, narcissistic abuse, and child sexual abuse, with attention to how these experiences shape our relationships.

My approach is rooted in healing justice, recognizing that our mental health and well-being are deeply shaped by our relationships, communities, lineages, and the systems we navigate. I honor the breadth of your lived experience within our space.

As a licensed clinical social worker, healing justice practitioner, circle keeper, and perinatal mental health therapist, I draw from decolonial, trauma-informed, relational, somatic, ancestral, and culturally aligned approaches. I am honored to support others in reclaiming their stories and cultivating lives that feel more authentic, connected, and whole.