Intro
Hi, I'm Tatyana Smith, a proud clinical social worker with over a decade of experience in the field of mental health. I have worked with families and older adults across a range of settings. This work has included crisis intervention across inpatient, outpatient, and managed care settings. I have a particular affinity for working with older adults and value supporting my clients as they navigate life's transitions, health-related concerns, grief, loss, anxiety, depression and other complexities of aging. Nothing makes me happier than helping my clients build confidence and achieve the goals they've set for themselves.
How would you describe your approach to care?
My approach integrates clinical expertise with a collaborative therapeutic relationship. I provide evidence-based, client-centered therapy utilizing multiple modalities. I believe in meeting my clients where they are, allowing for a therapeutic relationship to develop naturally. After all, you are the expert on your life experience. I consider myself the friendly guide to help my clients navigate through life's storms by highlighting the roadmap already within. I am committed to helping clients develop insight, strengthen coping skills, and achieve meaningful, sustainable change.
What should be expected in the first session?
Consider our first session a get to know each other conversation. We will assess current stressors and lay the roadmap for our potential therapeutic relationship. I hope to provide a relaxing and supportive environment as you share what brings you to therapy and I will also share with you what you can expect from my therapeutic approach.
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Master of Social Work
University of Illinois at Chicago
