Sydney
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
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I am passionate about supporting LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, ADHD and autistic clients in navigating their unique experiences. Common issues I work with involve family dynamics, romantic relationships, workplace challenges, and experiences of oppression. We may be a good fit if you are seeking to understand your neurodiversity, strengthen your interpersonal relationships, explore your identity, or cope with systemic barriers. I empower my clients to embrace what makes them unique and live authentically in alignment with their goals and values.
My lived experience as a queer, AuDHD woman of color informs my counseling work. My approach, grounded in Relational Cultural Therapy, looks beyond the individual. I consider the context of culture, society, and interpersonal relationships in cultivating overall well-being, encouraging my clients to build authentic community & connection.
I believe progress in counseling begins with the relationship between client and counselor. My approach is relaxed, conversational, and genuine to allow for moments of levity and sorrow alike. My therapy room is a safe space where clients of all identities & experiences can reflect, process, and grow.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Sydney Hastings-Smith now - (930) 900-3042
Let's Connect (930) 900-3042
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- CareSource
- Medicaid
- Out of Network
Sydney Hastings-Smith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Email me or call with questions - (930) 900-3042
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Indiana / 88003300A Sydney Hastings-Smith
- Attended Indiana University Bloomington, Master's in Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2025
- Degree/Diploma from Northwestern University Bachelor's in Psychology & Theatre / 2023
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Sydney Hastings-Smith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (930) 900-3042
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Autism
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Sydney Hastings-Smith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Email me or call with questions - (930) 900-3042
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Strength-Based
Sydney Hastings-Smith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Email me or call with questions - (930) 900-3042
Location
Nearby Areas
Sydney Hastings-Smith
Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, LMHCA
Take the first step to help. Call now - (930) 900-3042