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Tricia Kayiatos-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Los Angeles, CA 90038
Let's Connect (323) 831-7107
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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 about working with survivors of trauma, the LGBTQ community, artists, creatives and those struggling with relationships.
Call or Email Tricia Kayiatos-Smith now for a free 15 minute consultation - (323) 831-7107
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
- Couple Sessions $220
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Tricia Kayiatos-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 89568 Tricia Kayiatos-Smith
- In Practice for 10 Years
- Certificate from World Professional Association for Trans Health 2018
- Certificate from National Association of Social Workers 2015
- Attended Silberman School of Social Work, Hunter College, Graduated 2014
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Transgender
- Mood Disorders
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Drug Abuse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Animal-Assisted Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Jungian
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Somatic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (323) 831-7107
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Tricia Kayiatos-Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW