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Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor

Shannon Smith

Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
2520 Saint Rose Parkway, Suite 110, Henderson, NV 89074
(702) 793-2841
Let's Connect (702) 793-2841
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In response to the recent shootings, I will provide free crisis services to any victims & their family - please contact me via email. Building authentic, genuine, open, & honest relationships are fundamental to my counseling, & have been instrumental for the past 30 years of helping people find their way through difficult times. Although qualified in many counseling approaches, my focus is always on you & your life journey - not a technique. My guarantee is simple - if I can't help you or your loved ones, I'll help find someone who can. I'm far from perfect & make mistakes; but most people know me as kind, caring, & sometimes funny.
I have many specialties including EMDR, CBT, EFT, play therapy, expressive and art therapies, etc. I focus on strengths, empowerment, and healing past trauma. I am a professor of counseling at UNLV, and have been training students to become counselors for over 25 years.
Unique factors to my practice include treating psychological and emotional issues related to abuse, trauma, divorce, anxiety, etc., as well as healing scars of discrimination and oppression of various forms (racism, sexism, ageism, able-bodyism, genderism, etc.).
Call or Shannon Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (702) 793-2841

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Life Steps Counseling & Consulting

2520 Saint Rose Parkway

Suite 110

Henderson, NV 89074

(702) 793-2841

Mindful Healing Counseling

4880 West University Ave

Las Vegas, NV 89103

(702) 660-5943
I offer in-person or virtual sessions available weekdays. If you have insurance use the website listed above (Headway) for insurance.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Depression 
$155 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Welcome to Life Steps Counseling
Shannon Smith
Let's Connect (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Life Steps Counseling & Consulting

2520 Saint Rose Parkway

Suite 110

Henderson, NV 89074

(702) 793-2841

Mindful Healing Counseling

4880 West University Ave

Las Vegas, NV 89103

(702) 660-5943
I offer in-person or virtual sessions available weekdays. If you have insurance use the website listed above (Headway) for insurance.
I specialize in Relationship Issues, Anxiety and Depression 
$155 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Welcome to Life Steps Counseling
Shannon Smith

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $155
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • SilverSummit
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network for Aetna & Cigna, 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.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA
"
I am in-network for Aetna & Cigna, 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.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Nevada / CP0033 Shannon Smith
  • In Practice for 30 Years
  • Certificate from EMDR 2001
  • Degree/Diploma from Ashland University MA / 1994
  • Attended Oregon State University, PhD & MA, Graduated 1999
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I have over 30 years of counseling experience helping adults, teens & families in crisis. I'm a licensed LCPC in NV and have worked in a variety of clinical setting both inpatient & outpatient. I have been a professor of counseling for the past 25 years as well, & authored many publications & books.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA
"
I have over 30 years of counseling experience helping adults, teens & families in crisis. I'm a licensed LCPC in NV and have worked in a variety of clinical setting both inpatient & outpatient. I have been a professor of counseling for the past 25 years as well, & authored many publications & books.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Child
  • Childhood Disorders
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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People should expect to feel respected, validated, & understood in therapy. Each person should have a general sense of making progress / change, which includes increase self-awareness, adopting new coping skills, improving relationships, decreasing anxiety and depression, & sense of personal growth. My office is a place to explore all your thoughts and feelings, even ones you might be ashamed of.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA
"
People should expect to feel respected, validated, & understood in therapy. Each person should have a general sense of making progress / change, which includes increase self-awareness, adopting new coping skills, improving relationships, decreasing anxiety and depression, & sense of personal growth. My office is a place to explore all your thoughts and feelings, even ones you might be ashamed of.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA

4 Endorsements

Nicole Tanguay
Nicole Tanguay
LPC Intern, MS, CPC-I, LAC
Dr. Smith is an outstanding therapist and professor whose guidance and expertise have significantly influenced my practice as a counselor. His deep knowledge and dedication to mental health make him an invaluable mentor and colleague. Highly recommend!
Kayla Starbuck
Kayla Starbuck
LPC Intern, Kayla Starbuck, CPC-I
Shannon is incredibly knowledgeable in many areas and approaches counseling with a kind and compassionate lens. He is willing to think outside the box and work alongside his clients and their families to provide the best care. I highly recommend Shannon!
Rey Ulan
Rey Ulan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CPC
Shannon was an instrumental teacher on my road to becoming a therapist. He helped me along with many my counseling cohort think outside of the box while encouraging us to be our most authentic selves. I highly recommend trusting him with your journey.
Vegas Stronger
Vegas Stronger
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PsyD, LADC-S, SAP, CPC-I
I highly recommend Dr. Shannon Smith as an outstanding mental health professional. With a compassionate approach and a deep commitment to his clients' well-being, Dr. Smith offers a safe and welcoming environment for personal growth and healing.

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Age

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

Participants

Individuals , 
Family , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • EMDR
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Positive Psychology
  • Sandplay
  • Trauma Focused
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I listen to everyone's life story and integrate treatment types that are most relevant. Of course, I prefer evidence-based practices; however, there are times when experiential approaches are appropriate & effective. For example, I often utilize guided imagery and mindfulness practices, and with children I prefer non-directive play therapy. I'm an old-school existential-humanist at heart.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA
"
I listen to everyone's life story and integrate treatment types that are most relevant. Of course, I prefer evidence-based practices; however, there are times when experiential approaches are appropriate & effective. For example, I often utilize guided imagery and mindfulness practices, and with children I prefer non-directive play therapy. I'm an old-school existential-humanist at heart.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA

Location

Primary Location

Life Steps Counseling & Consulting

2520 Saint Rose Parkway

Suite 110

Henderson, NV 89074

(702) 793-2841

Email me

My website

Additional Location

Mindful Healing Counseling

4880 West University Ave

Las Vegas, NV 89103

(702) 660-5943

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

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I offer in-person or virtual sessions available weekdays. If you have insurance use the website listed above (Headway) for insurance.
Call for a free consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA
"
I offer in-person or virtual sessions available weekdays. If you have insurance use the website listed above (Headway) for insurance.
Call for a free consultation now - (702) 793-2841
Photo of Shannon Smith, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA, Counselor
Shannon Smith
Counselor, PhD, CPC, NCC, RPT, DAPA