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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
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Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Brooklyn, NY 11230
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Welcome to Chasing Serenity! I’m Mavis Smith, PhD Candidate, and the proud owner and clinical supervisor of our group practice. As an Afro-Caribbean and NYU alumna, I bring a culturally attuned and relational approach to clinical supervision and client care. At Chasing Serenity, we provide remote therapy across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Our licensed clinicians-LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMFTs-receive ongoing supervision and are deeply committed to supporting each client’s healing journey. We specialize in helping young adults and adults navigate anxiety, depression, attachment issues, and grief.
Using a psychodynamic, narrative, and cognitive-behavioral therapy, talk therapy, in addition to other interventions, can allow room for reflection and transformative action. I am honored to be a vessel to assist you in that change.
We believe that shame dies when stories are told in safe spaces. Reach out to us for a consultation today!
Call or Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (718) 395-2460

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC

Brooklyn, NY 11230

(718) 395-2460
Website
We are a group practice of BIPOC therapists. We provide remote sessions only. Consult Here: group-infochasingserenitypllcorg.clientsecure.me
$250 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (718) 395-2460
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC

Brooklyn, NY 11230

(718) 395-2460
Website
We are a group practice of BIPOC therapists. We provide remote sessions only. Consult Here: group-infochasingserenitypllcorg.clientsecure.me
$250 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am in-network for with most major insurances, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460
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I am in-network for with most major insurances, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients and help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Mavis Smith
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 094184 Mavis Smith

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 8 years
  • Attended New York University , Masters In Social Work, Graduated 2018

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: New Jersey 44SC06253300 / 2023
  • License: Connecticut 14924 / 2025
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I have over 7 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis. I'm licensed in both NY, NJ and CT and hold additional certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460
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I have over 7 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis. I'm licensed in both NY, NJ and CT and hold additional certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Clinical Supervision
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
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I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or social anxiety. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460
"
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or social anxiety. During our initial sessions, we will delve deeply into the issues at hand, and collaborate to create a plan for addressing them in a way that helps you get your life back. Most of my clients see a gradual lifting of symptoms within the first month and sustained improvement thereafter.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460

Endorsement

Adonai Q Shabazz
Adonai Q Shabazz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Mavis is such a passionate and welcoming clinician! I can always depend on her to know the answer. I am always impressed by her level of engagement, knowledge, and dedication to clients. Im so happy to be in her life and watch her progress over the years

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10) , 
Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Single Parent

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts effect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460
"
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we'll look at how your thoughts effect your emotions and experience. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (718) 395-2460

Location

Primary Location

Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC

Brooklyn, NY 11230

(718) 395-2460

Email Us

Website

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Cities

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We are a group practice of BIPOC therapists. We provide remote sessions only. Consult Here: group-infochasingserenitypllcorg.clientsecure.me
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call for a free consultation now - (718) 395-2460
"
We are a group practice of BIPOC therapists. We provide remote sessions only. Consult Here: group-infochasingserenitypllcorg.clientsecure.me
Photo of Mavis Smith Ph.d Candidate - Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Chasing Serenity Psychotherapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call for a free consultation now - (718) 395-2460