Patricia Smith, Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)

Patricia (Patty) Smith

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)

Accepting clients
Updated today
8 years in practice

Hi, I'm Patty Smith and I'm an LAC. I have extensive experience in the field and have worked with children to adults. I look forward to working with you!

Hello my name is Patty Smith and I'm a Licensed Associate Counselor with a Master's Degree in Counseling. I have 7+ years' experience in the counseling field. I have been blessed to work with a diverse population from infants to the elderly, which includes helping individuals, teens, couples, veterans, and group work. My passion is working with children. I am skilled in working with domestic violence, substance abuse, suicide prevention, crisis work, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, marital, and family issues. I tend to utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Systems Theory but find it important to let the client's needs guide us in the right direction and what will be most useful in providing positive change. Remember, every tomorrow is a new day, a new chance and I look forward to working with you and making each and every one of yours a bit better! I look forward to connecting with you.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Treats suicidal ideation
WhiteCisgender WomanHeterosexualChristianityLGBTQIA+ ally

Practice hours (MDT)

Sun
closed
Mon
3:00 pm 7:00 pm
Tue
3:00 pm 7:00 pm
Wed
3:00 pm 7:00 pm
Thu
closed
Fri
closed
Sat
closed

Accepts new patients after hospitalization for

  • Self-harming behavior
  • Suicidal intent or a plan
  • Severe emotional stress or trauma
  • Severe depression
  • Suicide attempt

Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

  • Abuse
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Body Image
  • Burnout
  • Childhood Abuse
  • Chronic Illness/Pain
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Caregiving Stress
  • Financial Concerns
  • Grief and Loss
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Insomnia
  • Intimacy Concerns
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness/Isolation
  • Medication Concerns
  • Narcissistic Personality
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality
  • Panic
  • Paranoid Personality
  • Parenting Concerns
  • Peer Difficulties
  • Perfectionism
  • Performance Anxiety
  • Physical Assault
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Violence/Stalking/Harassment
  • Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
  • Relationship(s) with Partner/Husband/Wife
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Assault
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma
  • Women's Issues
  • Work/Life Balance

Age groups

  • Children (under 10)
  • Preteens (10-12)
  • Teens (13-17)
  • Young adults (18-30)
  • Adults (31-64)

Special groups

  • Active duty military
  • Adult children of alcoholics
  • Body positivity
  • Clients from the court/judicial system
  • People in the foster care system
  • Professional Healthcare Providers
  • Veterans

Location

  • Arroyo Psychological Services

    Clinic

    9375 East Shea BoulevardScottsdale, AZ 85260

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    Accommodations

    Entering the practice

    • Wide doorway
    • Well-lit path to entrance
    • Door can be opened easily
    • Flat path to the front door
    • Service animals allowed
    • Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)

Remote options

  • Video

Payment options

Insurance

In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies

  • Aetna – Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Arizona
  • Tricare West – Arizona
  • In-network insurance
  • Out-of-pocket

Payment methods

  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account

Credentials

Licenses

  • LAC

    LAC-20351, Arizona

  • Clinical Psychologist

    PSY-005364, Arizona

Education

  • Ottawa University

    MA (Master of Arts in Counseling), 2017

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