Smith Counseling Services 

Dana Smith, LICSW, ICST, CMHS

M.A. in Social Work, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

Internationally Credentialed Sandtray Therapist

Child Mental Health Specialist

Owner and Therapist

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I have partnered with children, adolescents, adults, and families to increase their quality of life for many years. My professional experience has included working with individuals and groups in a variety of environments including Young House Family Services, Lutheran Community Services, Excelsior Youth Center, Catholic Family and Child Service, and Smith Counseling Services, PLLC. I also have volunteered as a camp counselor at Camp To Belong of WA, as a mentor through Ignite Youth Mentoring in Tri-Cities, and as a tutor/mentor through Extra Mile Student Center of Grandview.

 

I work to bring clarity and hope to all ranges of mental health issues such as self harm behaviors, suicidal thoughts, depression, anxiety, bi-polar disorder, emotion regulation, self-esteem, relationship struggles, life transitions, grief and loss, and trauma. I have specialized training in working with children and adolescents and have a Child Mental Health Specialist endorsement. It is my desire to discover and utilize the best practices available within the mental health field to promote insight, growth, and change. I continually participate in professional workshops, meetings, and educational classes. I use a variety of counseling modalities, which primarily include, but are not limited to: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for depression, anxiety and behaviors, Trauma Focused CBT, CBT and play in therapy (including art and sand tray therapies).

 

I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and follow their code of ethics and professional guidelines.