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Krista Smith-Hanke

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW

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14 Endorsed
123 Chestnut Street, 304, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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Available both in-person and online
123 Chestnut Street 304 Philadelphia, PA 19106
Let's Connect (267) 494-0592
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Therapy is a space for you to explore, question, play, challenge, and grow. I value curiosity and building a trusting & collaborative relationship between therapist and client. I'm interested in supporting you through identifying patterns, exploring the ways trauma manifests in your life, looking at the impact of relationships and systems on your identity, and noticing the connections between past and present. I work with children, adolescents and young adults around issues of identity development, life transitions, complex trauma, abuse and neglect, gender and sexuality, attachment issues and relationship challenges.
My practice is centered around our therapeutic relationship and incorporates elements of parts work and creative arts therapies. It is important to me to create an approach that is tailored specifically to what you want and need. My style is playful, challenging, and grounded in curiosity - above all, I want you to feel understood.
You are the expert of your own experience. Through our relationship, I hope to give you the safe space you need to be your whole self. I look forward to co-creating that space, and supporting you through reflection, healing, and growth! Reach out to schedule an appointment and our intake coordinator will help get you on my calendar.
Take the first step to help. Call or Krista Smith-Hanke now - (267) 494-0592

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

123 Chestnut Street

304

Philadelphia, PA 19106 map

(267) 494-0592
My website
I offer sessions in-person in our beautiful & accessible Old City office or online via video weekday mornings and afternoons.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Life Transitions 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (267) 494-0592
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

123 Chestnut Street

304

Philadelphia, PA 19106 map

(267) 494-0592
My website
I offer sessions in-person in our beautiful & accessible Old City office or online via video weekday mornings and afternoons.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Trauma and PTSD and Life Transitions 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Highmark
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (267) 494-0592
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Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (267) 494-0592

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / CW027133 Krista Smith-Hanke
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Bryn Mawr College; Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research , Masters of Social Service
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I have experience working in schools, universities, and healthcare settings providing mental health and social-emotional support to kids, teens, and young adults! I have additional training in relational, creative arts and experiential therapies.
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
or call with questions - (267) 494-0592
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I have experience working in schools, universities, and healthcare settings providing mental health and social-emotional support to kids, teens, and young adults! I have additional training in relational, creative arts and experiential therapies.
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
or call with questions - (267) 494-0592

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Family Conflict
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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I specialize in working with people who have experienced childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, parental mis-attunement, attachment trauma, and complicated familial dynamics. I ground our work in the relationship between client and therapist, focusing on connection and understanding. Together we will make note of patterns, feelings, and dynamics playing out between us.
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
or call with questions - (267) 494-0592
"
I specialize in working with people who have experienced childhood trauma, abuse, neglect, parental mis-attunement, attachment trauma, and complicated familial dynamics. I ground our work in the relationship between client and therapist, focusing on connection and understanding. Together we will make note of patterns, feelings, and dynamics playing out between us.
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
or call with questions - (267) 494-0592

14 Endorsements

Isabella Korfmann
Isabella Korfmann
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLSW
Krista is compassionate and dedicated to providing a space for growth and self-exploration. Her thoughtful curiosity helps clients feel seen in their entirety.
Luke Romano
Luke Romano
Licensed Professional Counselor
Krista offers a kind and insightful style and approach when working with clients. A trusted colleague!
Laura Kochman
Laura Kochman
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSSLCSW
Krista is a perceptive and sincere clinician who offers a warm, client-centered therapeutic experience. I always appreciate her perspective as a colleague!
Aldis Gamble
Aldis Gamble
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Krista is a deeply compassionate, and excels at welcoming clients without judgement, and creating safety together while working through emotional challenges.
Samara Perez
Samara Perez
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCNCCMS
Krista is a kind and thoughtful clinician who will meet you where you're at with compassion and patience.
Anne Miller-Uueda
Anne Miller-Uueda
Clinical Social Work/TherapistMSSLCSW
Krista holds space for the way trauma impacts both the body and mind while creating a compassionate and warm healing environment.
Maddie Budreau
Maddie Budreau
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Krista brings so much warmth, eagerness, and thoughtfulness to her work with clients.
Kalina Hieshima
Kalina Hieshima
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Krista is a creative, caring, and thoughtful clinician. She brings warmth and engagement to the therapy space, and is a wonderful colleague. Having shared educational and professional spaces with her, I highly recommend her as a therapist!
John Machalaba
John Machalaba
PsychologistPsyD
Krista brings a deep thoughtfulness and curiosity to her work with clients, and creates a therapeutic space that is ripe for transformative self-exploration.
Mallory Moore
Mallory Moore
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLSW
Krista's warm and genuine demeanor creates a space for clients to explore themselves and grow into new ways of being.
Katelyn Vala
Katelyn Vala
PsychologistPsyD
Krista is a warm and thoughtful clinician, who is highly attuned to her clients and a pleasure to be around!
Leah Fogel
Leah Fogel
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLSW
Krista fosters a safe and welcoming environment, and will work together with her clients to challenge, explore, and dig deeper to discover a greater understanding of self and one's relationships.
Blake Macko
Blake Macko
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLSW
Krista balances her naturally supportive approach with a refreshing ability to keep it real, challenging clients and colleagues when beneficial for growth. A great communicator and therapist!
Christine Meusz
Christine Meusz
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLSW
Krista is a warm, thoughtful, curious and perceptive clinician. Her ability to hold genuine empathy with authenticity is healing!

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Expressive Arts
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Trauma Focused
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I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is a powerful source of healing and growth, whether that be through corrective experiences or simply new insights into relationship patterns. I always draw on our relationship, as well as other past and current relationships, to learn about you and support you on your therapeutic journey!
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
or call with questions - (267) 494-0592
"
I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is a powerful source of healing and growth, whether that be through corrective experiences or simply new insights into relationship patterns. I always draw on our relationship, as well as other past and current relationships, to learn about you and support you on your therapeutic journey!
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
or call with questions - (267) 494-0592

Location

Primary Location

123 Chestnut Street

304

Philadelphia, PA 19106

(267) 494-0592
"
I offer sessions in-person in our beautiful & accessible Old City office or online via video weekday mornings and afternoons.
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (267) 494-0592
"
I offer sessions in-person in our beautiful & accessible Old City office or online via video weekday mornings and afternoons.
Photo of Krista Smith-Hanke, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Krista Smith-Hanke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (267) 494-0592