Tara Leigh Smith
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
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2380 Royal Windsor Drive, Suite 8B, Mississauga, ON L5J
Let's Connect (289) 903-1170
I am a registered Psychologist who has over 15 years of experience working in hospitals, schools, and private practice settings. I currently work in private practice providing both assessment and treatment services to children and adolescents presenting with a wide range of mental health concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, selective mutism, tic disorders, emotional dysregulation, adjustment difficulties, perfectionism, stress management, and self-esteem difficulties. I also offer support to caregivers to develop effective strategies to address their concerns related to their child and help foster positive relationships.
I have extensive experience in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Trichotillomania (i.e. hair pulling), and Excoriation Disorder (i.e. skin picking). I have also completed training in SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). I use evidence-based treatments and tailor all treatment plans to the individual client.
I bring a warm and compassionate approach to my work with clients, providing a safe and supportive environment to facilitate change and growth. I strongly believe in utilizing a collaborative approach that incorporates caregivers in the treatment process.
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Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 4475 Tara Leigh Smith
- In Practice for 18 years
- Attended University of Toronto, Ph.D., Graduated 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Tara Leigh Smith
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (289) 903-1170
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Behavioural Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- School Issues
- Selective Mutism
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trichotillomania
Tara Leigh Smith
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (289) 903-1170
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Strength-Based
Tara Leigh Smith
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (289) 903-1170