Olivia Smith, PLPC

Hi! My name is Olivia! It is my passion to come alongside you on your unique journey! I'm here to listen, connect, challenge, & advocate for the healthiest, most fulfilled version of yourself! My purpose in life is to give others an authentic, creative space to grow & to be inspired! Let's grow, be inspired, & inspire others, together!

My speciality is giving my clients a safe space where they can be authentic about who they are and what they are going through.  I offer strong interpersonal skills that allow my clients to feel connected to me which, leads them to open up to me more freely.  I use an integration of approaches but, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques most often.  I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques most often because I strongly believe that the way that we think affects the way in which we act.  I also like to use Art Therapy approaches because I believe that creativity can be inspiring and bring more depth to the counseling process.

My ideal client is a client that feels as if no one understands them.  A client that is unique and what culture would call a bit of a "black sheep". The client's issues usually consist of depression, anxiety, and maladaptive views of themselves and others. Their goals are to change their maladaptive thinking patterns and behaviors, and to feel empowered in who they are and who they what to be.

Some Fun Facts About Me:

1) I've lived in Uganda, Africa. 2) I have a cat named after Stevie Nicks from Fleetwood Mac. 3) I've been skydiving. 4) I love to go thrifting/antiquing. 5) My partner is from Hong Kong, China.

I want to join you in your unique journey & help you develop your healthiest, most fulfilled self!