
Shirley Smith
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
I provide feedback, insights, tools, coping mechanisms, and sometimes homework to assist you on this journey to have a happier, balanced, and fulfilled li
Therapy is all about self-acceptance and rediscovering yourself. In therapy with me, I will learn about you as you are your own self expert, you know yourself best. From there, we learn what has been working and not working for you. The relationship we build in therapy is essential to the effectiveness in your treatment. I use a holistic approach, which incorporates rational emotive behavioral, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, client centered, psychodynamic, and family systems therapy. I also have experience in multicultural and biracial issues. I provide feedback, insights, tools, coping mechanisms, and sometimes homework to assist you on this journey to have a happier, balanced, and fulfilled life.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Anxiety
- Burnout
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Life Transitions
- Physical Stress
- Racial/Cultural Oppression or Trauma
- Relationship(s) with Parents/Children/Family
- Sleep Concerns
Age groups
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
- Seniors (65 or older)
Treatment specialties
Treatments
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – California
- Anthem – California
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – California
- Blue Shield of California – California
- Cigna – California
- Health Net – California
- MHN – California
- MHNet Behavioral Health – California
- Out-of-network insurance
- In-network insurance
- Out-of-pocket
Payment methods
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Online
Credentials
Licenses
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Active, California