Steven Michael Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
155 Granada Street, Suite O, Camarillo, CA 93010
Let's Connect (805) 600-5674
I believe that living your life authentically is a core of life satisfaction. Sometimes our trauma, loss, or worry makes us avoid living in a truly authentic way. These experiences can lead to post traumatic stress, depression, and/or anxiety. I care about who you are intrinsically, and will work with you to process those painful experiences, cope with anxiety, and reach a point where life feels manageable again. I won't push people to relive bad experiences, but I will work to establish a safe space to share and explore your needs at your own pace.
I use a client centered, existentialist approach, which essentially means that I work with you to help you be the way you want to be. I listen to your needs, and work with you to set your own goals. I am not here to "fix" people, and I am not focused on changing people. Instead, I hope to assist you in your individual path toward life satisfaction.
I think that through authenticity and unconditional acceptance of your individual self, we can find a way to develop new skills and confidence. I want to work with you so that you can be truly heard, recognize your true strengths, and be resilient to future challenges. I want to help you find your sense of self-worth.
Call or Email Steven Michael Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 600-5674
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Couple Sessions $125
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Cash, Check, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Optum
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 600-5674
Steven Michael Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT124809 Steven Michael Smith
- In Practice for 5 Years
- Membership with CAMFT 10011566 / 2024
- Attended Antioch University, Santa Barbara, M.A. Clinical Psychology, Graduated 2014
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Personality Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Veterans
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Experiential Therapy
- Family / Marital
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 600-5674
Steven Michael Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT