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Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Shennie Smith

Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
30 West Mission Street #4, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Let's Connect (805) 219-7304
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Welcome to my profile, I am glad you're here! I would be honored to provide a safe place for you to work towards healing and transformation. Your experience in therapy will be tailored to your needs, as we all experience life differently. As we work together to discover a deeper understanding of you and your patterns, you will be seen, heard, understood and supported. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based, fostering an environment where you can be open, honest and vulnerable. This can influence your relationship with self and others, creating change and growth in a positive direction.
I work with individuals, children and families on building self-esteem, cultivating effective and loving communication, and healing from trauma. I have extensive experience working with with issues ranging from general anxiety to addiction, to exploring and identifying sexuality and gender and the LGBTQ+ community. I also offer Ketamine-Assisted Therapy.
I am passionate about supporting others in their journey of self-discovery and healing. If you are curious or interested in getting started on yours, feel free to contact me for a free phone consultation. I look forward to speaking with you!
Call or Shennie Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 219-7304

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

30 West Mission Street #4

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 219-7304
I am seeing clients in person and through a HIPAA compliant Telehealth platform.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Child 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

30 West Mission Street #4

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 219-7304
I am seeing clients in person and through a HIPAA compliant Telehealth platform.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Child 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (805) 219-7304
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Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT 133476 Shennie Smith
  • In Practice for 6 Years
  • Attended Antioch University Santa Barbara, Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2019
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I have extensive experience working with children, families, couples and the LGBTQ community. My approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. I am also trained in and utilize ketamine-assisted therapy when deemed appropriate for clients and their goals.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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I have extensive experience working with children, families, couples and the LGBTQ community. My approach is trauma-informed and client-centered. I am also trained in and utilize ketamine-assisted therapy when deemed appropriate for clients and their goals.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 219-7304
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Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Child

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
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I work with clients who have experienced traumas and hardships that have caused detrimental long-term effects such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and low self-esteem. Together, we dive into the healing journey through identifying and understanding emotions and triggers, making sense of your past and how it has affected you, and ultimately regaining a sense of self and full agency over your life.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 219-7304
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Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
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I work with clients who have experienced traumas and hardships that have caused detrimental long-term effects such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and low self-esteem. Together, we dive into the healing journey through identifying and understanding emotions and triggers, making sense of your past and how it has affected you, and ultimately regaining a sense of self and full agency over your life.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 219-7304
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Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

3 Endorsements

Justin Sundgot-Smith
Justin Sundgot-Smith
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Shennie is extremely knowledgable surrounding the areas of co-dependency, trauma, and working with couples. I would highly recommend her to any young adult or adult looking for support in these particular focuses due to her expertise, open minded demeanor,
Challis Popkey
Challis Popkey
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Shennie is an excellent therapist if you are looking to build your communication skills, self-knowledge and confidence in relationships. She herself is a great communicator and excels in working with young adults and couples working through traumas.
Kattie Bachar
Kattie Bachar
Marriage & Family TherapistBFAMALMFT
Shennie is a highly skilled, intelligent, and kind-hearted therapist adept at making meaningful connections. She has a demonstrated ability to work effectively with children, couples, families, and individuals and is committed to life-long learning.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Norwegian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Transgender Allied

I also speak

Norwegian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy with Ketamine
  • Sandplay
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I utilize a variety of treatment types in my practice, ranging from positive psychology to trauma-informed somatic therapies. I taylor my approach to your needs, and together we will identify what works for you and leads to positive progress that you feel good about. I work this way in order to inspire agency in my clients, and to draw out and illuminate the answers and wisdom they hold.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I utilize a variety of treatment types in my practice, ranging from positive psychology to trauma-informed somatic therapies. I taylor my approach to your needs, and together we will identify what works for you and leads to positive progress that you feel good about. I work this way in order to inspire agency in my clients, and to draw out and illuminate the answers and wisdom they hold.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

30 West Mission Street #4

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 219-7304

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I am seeing clients in person and through a HIPAA compliant Telehealth platform.
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
"
I am seeing clients in person and through a HIPAA compliant Telehealth platform.
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 219-7304
Photo of Shennie Smith, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Shennie Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT