Carrie Smith, M.A., MFT LICENSED MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPIST MFC27544 1660 Humbolt Rd., Suite 3 Chico, CA 95928 (530) 343-9725 ** Women's Support Groups ** ** Saturday Appointments Available ** EDUCATION A native Northern Californian, Ms Smith received her Master's degree in Psychology in 1986 from Chico State University. During her 3000 hour internship she was supervised by a Psychologist in private practice. She continues her education by attending workshops and conferences in play therapy, art therapy, recovery and communication training. MEMBERSHIPS California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (CAMFT) Children with Attention Deficit Disorders (CHADD) Association for Play Therapy (APT) Chico Chamber of Commerce SPECIALTY Children's Counseling/Play Therapy PHILOSOPHY • A safe, caring relationship is developed in counseling to provide a place to understand interpersonal problems, learn new skills, or heal from inner pain. Personal growth is approached from many aspects; emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and behavioral. • Play therapy for children incorporates art work, music, puppets, and games to provide expression and healing on a child's level. OTHER TREATMENT ISSUES Depression and Anxiety, Stress Communication Traning for Couples Family Therapy Recovery from Abuse, Trauma, and Addictions Life Adjustment Issues