Michaela Smith
LMHC-D (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Let's Connect (315) 444-0379
If you’ve ever cried at a fictional character’s arc more than you expected to, or found yourself rewatching a comfort show to feel something you couldn’t name, you’re in the right place. The stories we attach to aren’t just entertainment. The media we love reflects something real about our inner world: our grief, our longing, our unprocessed fears, our deepest hopes. Whether you want to unpack your attachment to a character, process loss through the lens of WandaVision, or explore what it means that you’ve watched The Bear three times and can’t stop thinking about it, that’s a legitimate place to start.
I blend somatic, narrative and parts-based approaches to meet clients where they’re at. I am also a ketamine assisted therapy provider. Whether you’re navigating a complex trauma history, grief, identity or sex based concerns, or maybe disconnection from your body, I offer integrative care that meets you where you are.
You’ve probably been the person who holds it together, analyzes everything, and still feels like something’s missing. You may have experienced a lot you haven’t named. That’s exactly who I work with. If something here felt like it was written for you, reach out when you’re ready. No pressure, no script. We start where you are. I’m neurodivergent-affirming an
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Couple Sessions $140
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 017058 Michaela Smith
- Attended SUNY Oswego, MS Ed in Mental Health Counseling
- License: South Carolina TLC2926PC / 2026
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sex Therapy
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Involvment with the legal system
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Polyamory & ENM
- Psychedelic Integration
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Addiction
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Compassion Focused
- Eclectic
- Integrative
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Michaela Smith
LMHC-D
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (315) 444-0379
Groups
The Body Project
The Body Project is a group-based intervention that provides a forum for high school girls and college aged women to confront unrealistic appearance ideals and develop healthy body image and self-esteem. It has repeatedly been shown to effectively reduce body dissatisfaction, negative mood, unhealthy dieting and disordered eating.
Expertise
Eating Disorders
Self Esteem
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Teen
Session Cost
$40-$60
Location
Cicero, NY 13039
Email Michaela Smith about this group or call - (315) 444-0379
Location
Additional Location
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
(315) 444-0379