Mrs. Stephanie Smith, RSW, MSW
(She/Her)
About Me
Stephanie’s passion lies in helping clients process and heal trauma in a safe and supportive environment. She believes our brains and bodies are the key to healing—and that through evidence-based trauma approaches, people can reduce symptoms, reclaim resilience, and move toward wellness. She has worked in the following: Health care, Indigenous-specific services, Federal corrections (CSC), Mental health, Psychiatric care, Trauma treatment, Substance Use, Harm Reduction & Street Outreach.
Education & Experience
Stephanie has a Master’s Degree in social work and has been working in the mental health field for 15 years. She enjoys working with individuals, couples, families, and youth, and has had the privilege of supporting diverse communities, including faith communities, LGBTQ2+ folks and Indigenous peoples.
Stephanie is trained in the following therapeutic modalities: Brainspotting, EMDR, Attachment-Focused EMDR, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT for Psychosis, Brief Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Horticulture Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, Rapid Resolution Therapy, Gottman Couples Therapy and Emotion-Focused Family Therapy.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
BC College of Social Workers
BC Association of Social Workers
Candian Association of Social Workers
EMDRIA
EMDR Canada
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Stress Management
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Children (4-12)
- Couples
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
Language
- English
