a better place psychotherapy

Shannon Smith is a licensed therapist in the State of New Jersey and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. Shannon brings to her clients over 19 years of experience working in mental health & supportive counseling. She has had the privilege of working with adolescents, adults & families in intimate home settings, hospital-based programming (inpatient, php & iop), and private practice over the course of her career. Both as a clinician & a program director, she has presented and advocated as an expert in the field for both her clients & fellow colleagues. Her experience includes extensive work with adjustment issues & life transitions, relationship issues, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, struggles with self worth, fertility & pregnancy loss, and finally- disordered eating & eating disorders. 

 

Shannon’s goals as an outpatient provider are twofold: to provide quality, individualized therapy to those who are seeking positive change & support, and to continue to offer herself an educational resource to clinicians and professionals in the field of mental health.. Shannon believes in a supportive, solution focused approach. No two individuals are the same, and each person’s experience is deserving of a non-judgmental, receptive, and attentive space. She invites you to prioritize yourself and your well being, and thanks you for considering her to be a partner in your process. You are not alone. Let’s take the next step together towards moving yourself or your loved one to a better place.