ABOUT ME
Hello, my name is Mildred (Millie) Majette Smith, and I will tell you a little about myself and the services I provide. I have a Bachelor of Science Degree, a Master of Science Dree and a Master of Social Work Degree. I have been a Psychotherapist for over 40 years. My passion to help others goes back to my time with The United Services Organizations(USO) as an Assistant Director in South Viet Nam. No, actually it was when I was around 6 years old. I was visiting my grandmother and there was a deaf person who also could not speak. I sat with him and used my fingers to communicate with him. Later when asked what I would do when I grew up, my daddy responded "she is going to be a Social Worker" and the rest is history. In Viet Nam, I had many duties but the most important to me was being an active listener as many of the soldiers began to experience difficulties in preparing for their return home, to their families and to the lives they left behind. I have also worked with clients on a wide rang of concerns including anxiety, depression, adjustments, PTSD, trauma , self esteem, mood instability, substance abuse, stress, additions, depression, family conflicts and relationship issues. I utilize such techniques as Emotional-Focused Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies. I realize that it might not be easy to reach out for support when we need it; therefore, I aim to help you feel heard and empowered as you make changes necessary for you to overcome any barriers preventing you from living your best life. I am empathetic and warm as I meet you where you are. I will provide you with the tools and strategies needed in defining your problems as you set your goals. as I create a therapeutic relationship with you and assist you in defining your problem, setting and achieving your goals. No matter what you are struggling with. I hope to help you increase your happiness and improve your life's satisfaction. I commend you for taking care of your mental health needs. Thank you for checking in with me, If you are ready to take a step further down that path of gaining a healthier and happier future, I am here to support you. Thank you for checking in with me.
Take care, and I hope to meet you soon!
SPECIALTIES
. Anxiety, depression, stress
. Addictions
. Relationship issues
. Family conflicts
. Self Esteem, Self Worth
. Grief
. Trauma and abuse
Also experienced in:
Abandonment Issues, Anger Management, Trauma and abuse, Divorce and Separation, Coping with life changes, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, LGBT, Blended Family Issues, Commitment Issues, Co-dependency, Coping with life changes, Attachment Issues, Trauma/ Solution-Focused Therapy.
Clinical Approaches:
Attachment Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Emotional Focused Therapy.
Years of experience: 41
License: LCSW #C001548(Expires 06-30-2022)
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NC LCSW C001548
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Mildred is an amazing therapist. She makes me feel seen, heard and validated in our sessions. She offers tools to help cope with my issues and keeps me focused on my goals on this healing journey. Much appreciated and thankful to have met her!
Written on Jul 08, 2024 after therapy with Mildred for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue