Dr. Shyla Smith LMHC, Telehealth Provider

Generally, our first interaction will consist of a free phone 15-min phone conversation, as I offer this consultation so that we can introduce ourselves and get to know each other a bit more. I will present questions to you about your reasons for initiating therapy at this time and some questions about your background to determine if I can provide with the best support to you. You will also have time to ask questions about me and my approach. If we proceed to an initial virtual session, we will have time to further get to know one another as our therapeutic relationship is important. I will also inquire more about you and proceed with our intake process by establishing your treatment goals, completion of other initial paperwork as needed, and welcoming you to my practice!

I consider my approach to wellness as fully integrated and intersectional. As we engage in sessions, I remain cognizant of my clients unique culture and lived experiences by way of their gender, caste, sex, race, ethnicity, class, sexuality, religion, disability, height, age, weight and physical appearance.

I believe life and our existence is all encompassing. Therefore my approach is influenced by an ecological perspective in which I incorporate a whole human approach involving interpersonal, communal, global, environmental, biological, and spiritual impacts to the self and our existence.

• Washington, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LH60663752
• Florida, Telehealth Provider, TPMC3610

Shyla Smith, PsyD, LMHC, is a native of Los Angeles, CA, where she attended UCLA for her undergraduate studies. Shyla obtained her Master’s degree in Psychology from Azusa Pacific University, and she also received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Family Psychology and Consultation Psychology. Shylas' love for travel and new experiences lead her to Washington and New York City where she completed her formal APA accredited internship and postdoctoral training with a focus in Health Psychology. Her passion for holistic mental wellness inspired her generalist approach throughout her career. She intentionally curated her clinical sites to include community mental health centers, residential facilities, skilled nursing facilities, private practice, and in- home concierge wellness so that she could be well rounded and truly incorporate integrated and collaborative care with her clients.