Shanen Smith, Registered Psychotherapist
Hi, I’m Shanen! (She/Her)
I became a therapist because I find psychology fascinating and I’ve always enjoyed working with people.
For me, the best parts of being a therapist are helping clients improve their overall wellbeing and supporting them while they achieve their goals.
I love seeing the spark of hope, strength, and self-compassion that happens when clients start prioritizing their mental health and wellness.
Check out Shanen’s intro video!
I believe that a person’s mental and emotional health is just as important as their physical health.
Humans are complex, and there are so many interconnected aspects that make up our wellbeing. You can see this in the way that our physical and mental health impact one another.
When you are physically sick, your mood probably isn't the greatest. And when you’re feeling down, you might feel it in your body, too.
By taking care of all areas of your well-being - physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual - you can unlock your full potential and allow yourself to be and feel your absolute best.
I believe that there is no one size fits all approach to therapy, so when we work together, I’ll take a holistic approach and personalize your therapy sessions with tools and interventions suited to your unique personality, needs, and goals.
I’m passionate about helping clients who have experienced trauma.
These days it's rare if not impossible to get through life without experiencing some kind of trauma.
When something unexpected and traumatic happens in your life, it can leave you feeling helpless and vulnerable. I can help you process and make meaning out of your traumatic experiences, which will help you feel empowered and take charge of your life again.
No one chooses to have trauma happen, but we can choose to heal and not have it dictate the rest of our lives.
If you’re ready to heal from your past and start moving forward with your life, reach out today!
“I love solution-focused brief therapy because it allows the client to be at the wheel of their own healing journey.”
— Shanen Smith
I love working with clients who are open to trying creative approaches to therapy, like expressive arts, mindfulness, and somatic experiencing.
Areas I can help you with include:
Trauma and PTSD
Emotional Regulation
Coping Strategies
Anxiety
Stress
Self-Compassion
Grief
Life Transitions
Substance Use
Women's Issues
Fun Facts
Serious Therapist Details
Degrees.
Master of Arts, Counselling Psychology Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Psychology Brock University
Certifications.
Certified Trauma Integration Clinician (CTIC)
Credentials.
Registered Psychotherapist
CRPO #10266
“Do the best you can until you know better, then when you know better do better.”
— Maya Angelou