PhD student in Counselor Education & Supervision, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology – 2020
Mr. Smith graduated from University of Maryland, College Park with a Bachelors in Psychology in 2009, and Master of Clinical Counseling from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2011. Mr. Smith is continuing his clinical training Fall 2017 to pursue a doctorate in Counseling Education and Supervision. His years of clinical and advocacy experience show a strong passion for working with underserved populations and families through a trauma focused lens. From residential, psychiatric to private practice settings, Mr. Smith has been able to specialize in LGBTQ identity and supportive therapy, grief counseling, spirituality, anxiety disorders, play therapy, life transitions and mindfulness.
Mr. Smith is a Member of ACA (American Counseling Association) & ACES (Association for Counselor Education & Supervision). Mr. Smith is a contributing author for academic publications in counseling. He is also the co-founder of CoffeeHour Chicago (Consultation Group for Clinicians).