Cierra Monique Smith
She/Her/Hers
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Specialties • Insurance & Fees • LocationsIf you need a later appointment, please reach out to check availability.
She/Her/Hers
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, LICSW Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW Specialties • Insurance & Fees • LocationsIf you need a later appointment, please reach out to check availability.
Meet Monique, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who is passionate about the well-being of caregivers. With seven years of experience as a Licensed Social Worker, she focuses on helping you (the caregiver) manage feelings of failure, self-doubt, and exhaustion, so you may improve life balance and connections with yourself and others.
Her background in mental health and medical social work includes areas such as hospital discharge planning, counseling, hospice, care management, and working with individuals who have lifelong physical disabilities. She is also skilled in supporting caregivers in managing life challenges.
Monique understands the ups and downs caregivers face at home, work, and in the community. She is committed to helping motivated and insightful caregivers like you function better in all aspects of life with ideal support. Her nonjudgemental, genuine approach helps caregivers feel comfortable to share organic thoughts, feelings and behaviors so they may trust their decisions, practice self-care and improve their wellness.
Online therapy sessions are provided from an integrative evidenced-based approach (tailored to meet your needs) to help you take care of yourself after all the hard work you do. Therapeutic services range from Cognitive Behavioral, Strengths-Based, Solution-Focused and Narrative Therapy perspectives to psychodynamic therapy.
Sessions are available online weekdays (Tuesday to Friday) for caregivers living in Washington DC, Virginia, and Texas. Caregivers are not alone during their journey. Reach out today to book a free consultation.
Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)
Caregiver stress & support - Coping with anxiety, stress, fatigue, and burnout related to caring for a loved one; balancing the needs of others with one's own needs and health
Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
I can provide a Superbill that summarizes the services provided for you to request reimbursement if your insurance is out-of-network. Clients are encouraged to contact their insurance provider prior to receiving services to fully understand insurance coverage and their responsibility for payment.
Years of Experience: 7 years
Timely Care, Psychotherapist, 2023 - Present
Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Discharge Planner, 2022 - 2023
Anna Healthcare Inc., Elderly and Persons with Physical Disabilities (EPD) Waiver Program Case Manager, 2017 - 2023
Community Hospices , Social Worker, 2018 - 2019
Family Preservations , Transitions and Recovery Coordinator, 2016 - 2017
Evergreen Certifications , Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional , 2023
Excel Health Institute , Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 2020
East Carolina University , Masters in Social Work (MSW), 2016
East Carolina University , Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling (CSAC), 2013
North Carolina State University , B.A. in Communications and Minor in Spanish , 2011
Texas: 110903
Virginia: 0904014886
Washington DC: 200001869
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