Jess Smith, QMHP​

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Jess believes that each person's experiences, relationships, and environment shape their journey in profound ways. Jess partners with clients as a supportive collaborator in their healing and growth process. Together, they explore and work toward each client's unique goals, always prioritizing wellbeing and safety through harm reduction approaches. Jess's therapeutic practice integrates several evidence-based, trauma-informed methodologies, including person-centered, strengths-based, and resilience-oriented approaches, as well as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. These approaches help illuminate how the mind and body have adapted to life experiences, and how these adaptations serve each person. From this foundation of understanding, Jess works with clients to explore possibilities for growth and enhanced wellbeing, defined entirely by their own values and aspirations. 

Trust and safety are fundamental to meaningful therapy. Jess strives to create an environment where clients feel genuinely welcomed to express their thoughts, values, and beliefs without judgment. She believes in the importance of transparent, honest dialogue and welcomes feedback about the therapeutic process. She will also share observations when appropriate to support client growth. When certain concerns fall outside her areas of expertise, Jess will be direct about her limitations and help connect clients with providers better suited to support their specific needs.

Jess holds a master's degree in psychology from American Public University. She has over 10 years of clinical experience centering on supporting children, adolescents, and families through various life challenges. She is committed to creating a therapeutic space that honors each person's whole self, including their cultural background, identities, and experiences. Jess provides services in both English and Spanish.