Amasa Smith

Dr. Amasa Smith, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a private practice in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood, specializes in treating OCD, anxiety, relationship issues, college life stressors, BFRBs, and phobias. He warmly welcomes individual adults and couples seeking to create positive change in their lives, offering a unique blend of insight-oriented and skills-based approaches in his therapy sessions. Dr. Smith is dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all clients. Dr. Smith is a trained OCD specialist and an active member of the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). Dr. Smith’s therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and uses the evidence-based practices of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to treat OCD and other presenting client concerns. Having worked as an on-campus therapist at college counseling centers, Dr. Smith uniquely understands the many stressors and life events that can impact the undergraduate and graduate college experience.Dr. Smith maintains connections with local universities and enjoys supporting clients in this stage of life.