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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
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Tairou Smith

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

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Available both in-person and online
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are opportunities for growth. You’re probably here because you feel it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
We specialize in treating addictions, relationships, mood disorders, trauma, and helping clients like you find direction in life. Real change comes from understanding the root causes of your problems, connecting with your emotions, and learning new skills to navigate life’s ups and downs.
Therapy should be a safe space where you can be vulnerable and dig deeper. That’s why our counseling approach is built on creating an authentic and empathetic relationship with you. We take a holistic approach towards your well-being, which can include aspects of attachment theory, Buddhist philosophy, EMDR, and inner-child healing during our sessions.
Call or Tairou Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (424) 217-7454

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(424) 217-7454

Meridian Counseling - Utah

Salt Lake City, UT 84107

My website
We are dedicated to providing services both in-person and online. We are a therapist-owned group with industry-leading clinical expertise.
I specialize in Men's Issues, Relationship Issues and Stress 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Tairou Smith
Let's Connect (424) 217-7454
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(424) 217-7454

Meridian Counseling - Utah

Salt Lake City, UT 84107

My website
We are dedicated to providing services both in-person and online. We are a therapist-owned group with industry-leading clinical expertise.
I specialize in Men's Issues, Relationship Issues and Stress 
$160 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Please watch my video to learn more about me and my practice.
Tairou Smith

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $160
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Blue Shield Promise Health
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA)
  • Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Humana
  • Humana Dual Medicare and Medicaid
  • Humana Medicare
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • LA Care (Carelon)
  • Magellan
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Medi-Cal
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Providence
  • Sutter
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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To verify your insurance coverage, fill out the intake form on our website and our team will generate your benefits summary within 1 business day. We accept over 95 percent of insurance plans, so most clients owe less than $20 per session!
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454
"
To verify your insurance coverage, fill out the intake form on our website and our team will generate your benefits summary within 1 business day. We accept over 95 percent of insurance plans, so most clients owe less than $20 per session!
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / LMFT 122762 Tairou Smith
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At Meridian Counseling, we are proud to have a diverse team of highly skilled professionals, including associate therapists, licensed therapists, psychologists, and nurse practitioners (NPs).
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454
"
At Meridian Counseling, we are proud to have a diverse team of highly skilled professionals, including associate therapists, licensed therapists, psychologists, and nurse practitioners (NPs).
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Men's Issues
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Racial Identity
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sports Performance
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
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At Meridian Counseling, our team of skilled professionals brings expertise in a wide range of specialties to provide tailored and effective care for each client. Whether you're navigating personal, relational, or life challenges, we have providers with the experience and training to support you.
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454
"
At Meridian Counseling, our team of skilled professionals brings expertise in a wide range of specialties to provide tailored and effective care for each client. Whether you're navigating personal, relational, or life challenges, we have providers with the experience and training to support you.
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454

2 Endorsements

Jesse Wiltey
Jesse Wiltey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
I worked with Tairou when he was working as a middle school clinician in Hayward. He's a dope, genuine and down to earth individual. If you're looking for someone that is relatable and will keep it real with you, tap in with him!

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

I also speak

Farsi , 
Filipino , 
French , 
German , 
Hebrew , 
Hindi , 
Mandarin , 
Russian , 
Spanish , 
Vietnamese

Age

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

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Immuno-disorders , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Little Person Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American

I also speak

Farsi , 
Filipino , 
French , 
German , 
Hebrew , 
Hindi , 
Mandarin , 
Russian , 
Spanish , 
Vietnamese

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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At Meridian Counseling, our specialized and diverse team offers various therapeutic approaches to meet your unique needs. Whether you're seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or personal growth, we have providers who are trained in evidence-based and integrative modalities to help you on your journey.
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454
"
At Meridian Counseling, our specialized and diverse team offers various therapeutic approaches to meet your unique needs. Whether you're seeking support for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or personal growth, we have providers who are trained in evidence-based and integrative modalities to help you on your journey.
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (424) 217-7454

Location

Primary Location

Los Angeles, CA 90064

(424) 217-7454

Additional Location

Meridian Counseling - Utah

Salt Lake City, UT 84107

(424) 217-7454
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We are dedicated to providing services both in-person and online. We are a therapist-owned group with industry-leading clinical expertise.
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (424) 217-7454
"
We are dedicated to providing services both in-person and online. We are a therapist-owned group with industry-leading clinical expertise.
Photo of Tairou Smith, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Tairou Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (424) 217-7454