Katherine Smith(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
California
Psychoanalysis-Couples counseling-Adjustment difficulties & disorders-Depression- Loss, grief, and bereavement-Trauma-
Katherine Smith
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Professional statement
Dr. Katherine W. Smith is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Beverly Hills, CA. Dr. Smith provides therapy to adults (18+), couples, and groups. She is also a candidate is psychoanalysis at the Los Angeles Institute and Society for Psychoanalytic Study and provides psychoanalysis to adults (18+). Her office is located on South Beverly Drive between Olympic and Pico and her availability is Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Dr. Smith works psychodynamically and psychoanalytically and views psychotherapy as a collaborative process during which, together, you will find that best way of working in order to root out the causes of what holds you back from being your most authentic self. She believes that it is the relationship between the two of you that is transformative and that it takes time to establish a strong relationship built on trust and vulnerability.
Dr. Smith works well with people who struggle with feelings of belonging – outsiders and loveable weirdos -- creative people who are suffering with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Dr. Smith specializes in working with people who have experienced developmental and sexual trauma, with an emphasis on healing and returning to your self. She's also experienced in working with LGBTQ folx, BIPOC, people of mixed descent, and addressing the unique issues that you face in a culture that often pathologizes your experiences. Dr. Smith thinks our culture asks people to give up too much of ourselves and, in every way that is possible, she wants to help you become the person that you've always known you are.
If you choose to reach out, Dr. Smith looks forward to meeting you and discovering how you will work together.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 12 years
Private Practice, Owner, Primary Therapist, 2019 - Present
Wright Institute Los Angeles, Supervising and Consulting Faculty, 2019 - Present
Antioch University Los Angeles, Adjunct Faculty, 2019 - Present
Reiss-Davis Graduate School, Adjunct Faculty, 2020 - Present
Pacifica Graduate School, Adjunct Faculty, 2022 - Present
Angeles Psychology Group, Psychotherapy Intern, 2015 - 2019
Wright Institute Los Angeles, Pre-Doctoral Intern, Post-Doctoral Fellow, 2017 - 2019
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Visiting Graduate Student, 2014 - 2015
Antioch University Counseling Center, Psychotherapy Intern, 2012 - 2014
Los Angeles LGBT Center, Psychotherapy Intern, 2014 - 2014
Wright Institute, Los Angeles, Certificate in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, 2019
Pacifica Graduate Institute, Santa Barbara, Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Emphasis in Depth Psychology, 2018
Antioch University, Los Angeles, Masters in Clinical Psychology, Spiritual and Depth Psychology, 2013
Licensure
California: 115452Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Psychoanalysis - 4 sessions per week, long-term (2+ years), depth-oriented, relational psychotherapy. Ideal for people struggling with relationships, self-expression, and the lasting effects of childhood trauma.
Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love
Adjustment difficulties & disorders - Support around adapting to new and/or challenging life circumstances; skill-building for improved stress management and reduction of anxiety.
Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life
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; survivors of suicide loss
Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Young adults (18-24)
Locations & Hours
For people looking for sliding scale sessions, immediate availability, or online sessions, I supervise associates who are available for teletherapy or in-person.
Insurance
Katherine Smith is not in-network with any insurances.
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Out-of-pocket fees
Get reimbursed for sessions with Katherine Smith
Many health insurance plans reimburse 50-80% of session fees with out-of-network therapists. Learn if your health insurance plan qualifies.
- Individual sessions:$325 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$200 - $325
- Initial session:$325 (50min)
- Couples sessions:$325 (50min)
- Group sessions:$100 (80min)
- Family sessions:$325 (50min)
- Clinical Consultation/Supervision:$250 (50min)
- Early Career Clinicians Group:$40 (80min)
- Psychoanalysis (4x/week):$200 (50min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
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:
Payment options
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Debit Card
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
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