Tricia Kayiatos-Smith is a Therapist based in the USA. My areas of speciality include Addiction, Chronic Illness, Chronic Pain, Codependency, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disabilities, Life Transitions, Self Esteem, Stress, and Women's Issues. This profile is currently unclaimed; please validate the details are current when communicating with the mental health professional.
Therapist Overview
Therapy can be a transformative experience of acknowledging Self and finding a higher level of functioning. The relationship between therapist and client facilitates gentle and foundational changes aiming to discard dysfunctional coping skills and to acquire healthier tools for living. I intend to create an accepting and nonjudgmental space and connect with my clients through compassion, empathy and unconditional positive regard. I understand and cherish the intimacy and honor that is my role in my clients’ lives. Trauma is a backpack we carry around daily, not realizing how hindering its weight is. I intend to create a space where clients feel comfortable setting down the backpack and examining what’s within. My goal is to look at and honor each item inside and, ultimately, relieve some of that weight. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from Hunter College in New York City where I advocated for transgender women of color engaged in survival sex work. I am especially passionate ab
Contact Details
Practice Address:
Los Angeles, California 90014