Cheryl F. Smith
Psychologist, PhD (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Let's Connect (561) 944-3352
Searching for skills to control your behavior and regulate your emotions? Do you think, "My mind won't stop." "Why can't I let go of things?", "What is wrong with me?" If this resonates with you, I can help. I teach practical skills that effectively deal with uncontrollable thoughts and feelings and help you cultivate the ability to control what you do and what you say so you can live more aligned with who you truly are. Increasing your ability to be present is a key focus as this is how we change. Developing a deeper level of awareness creates a space where you have more control of yourself. Anyone can learn these valuable skills!
While supporting you through your challenges, I teach problem solving skills. This research based approach addresses a wide range of presenting problems. I use CBT combined with a mindful therapy called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We are not taught these skills in school, so viewing therapy as a way to educate yourself is a helpful approach.
Asking for help can be hard! Having 25 yrs as a licensed psychologist, I have learned that letting values instead of emotions guide our behavior leads to a more fulfilling life as well as minimizes suffering. Being present and intentional with your actions creates a joyful and meaningful life that we all desire. Reach out, if this is what you are seeking.
Call or Email Cheryl F. Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (561) 944-3352
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Couple Sessions $200
- Pay by American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Cheryl F. Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / 11302 Cheryl F. Smith
- In Practice for 29 Years
- License: Florida Board of Psychology PY11302 / 2023
- License: TN Board of Psychology 3206 / 2023
- Attended Louisiana State University, Graduated 1997
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (561) 944-3352
Cheryl F. Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Child
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Hoarding
- Infertility
- Internet Addiction
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obesity
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
- Weight Loss
- Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (561) 944-3352
Cheryl F. Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Eclectic
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Trauma Focused
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (561) 944-3352
Cheryl F. Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
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Cheryl F. Smith
Psychologist, PhD