Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (he, him)

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2 Endorsed

Oakland, CA 94601

(510) 561-1970

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Do you feel stressed, worried, lost? Are you fighting all the time with your partner and feeling stuck? Feel like you have to be somebody else? If these sound true to you, I want you to know that in our society, we don’t talk about it very much, but what you are experiencing is normal.

I strive to create a space with you where we can deepen your self-awareness, transform ineffective beliefs and patterns, improve your relationships, and learn healthy ways to manage the challenges of your daily life. I am very passionate about working through an intersectional, harm reduction and trauma-informed lens.

I am a good fit for LGBTQ+ people who need support navigating identity as well as people working on boundaries, self love, open relationships/polyamory. To get started, email or text me to set up a a 15 minute consultation.

Call or Email Sean C. Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (510) 561-1970

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oakland, CA 94601

(510) 561-1970

Los Angeles, CA 90008

Hi, I am currently only working with clients through Teletherapy Video Chat.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Men's Issues and Anxiety

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Let's Connect (510) 561-1970

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Oakland, CA 94601

(510) 561-1970

Los Angeles, CA 90008

Hi, I am currently only working with clients through Teletherapy Video Chat.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Men's Issues and Anxiety

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $215

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
Health Net
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

I take a variety of insurances, we can discuss how I can accept your insurance or sliding scale needs.

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 561-1970

I take a variety of insurances, we can discuss how I can accept your insurance or sliding scale needs.

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 561-1970

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 97830 Sean C. Smith

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 11 years

Attended University of Michigan, MSW, Graduated 2015

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (510) 561-1970

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (510) 561-1970

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

LGBTQ+
Men's Issues
Anxiety

Expertise

Bisexual
Infidelity
Life Transitions
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Peer Relationships
Polyamory
Relationship Issues
Religious Trauma
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Sexual Addiction

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (510) 561-1970

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (510) 561-1970

2 Endorsements

Alexis Warrington

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

I have had the privilege of working alongside Sean in both community and private mental health settings. He shows great care and knowledge with clients, and has an excellent sense of humor.

Serena Wong

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

I highly recommend Sean C. Smith, LCSW as a compassionate, skilled therapist who brings a unique blend of empathy, professionalism, and insight to his sessions, creating a safe space where clients feel truly seen and heard.

Client Focus

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied

Age

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Queer Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Emotionally Focused
Integrative
Relational

I draw on multiple therapy modalities to best fit your needs. The foundation of my therapy is based in Relational therapy, which is rooted in the idea that we only truly get better in community- not alone. I have extensive experience with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Strengths Based approaches.

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 561-1970

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (510) 561-1970

Location

Primary Location

Oakland, CA 94601

(510) 561-1970

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Los Angeles, CA 90008

(510) 561-1970

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

Southwest

Hi, I am currently only working with clients through Teletherapy Video Chat.

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 561-1970

Hi, I am currently only working with clients through Teletherapy Video Chat.

Sean C. Smith

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (510) 561-1970

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