Rhianna Appel is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, based at Smoky Mountain Counseling, where the emphasis is on holistic, client-centered mental health care. She works with adults, couples, families, and adolescents, helping her clients develop healthy boundaries, strengthen emotional regulation, and deepen their connection with self and others. Her areas of focus include trauma and PTSD, relationship issues, family dynamics, anxiety, transitions, addiction (both substance and behavior), self-discovery, and mindful living. Rhianna believes that therapy is not only about addressing symptoms but also about uncovering the deeper roots of present challenges. Her approach incorporates mindful awareness, experiential exercises, and self-discovery to facilitate healing for each individual. Each person's therapy journey is unique, as their history and goals differ. Rhianna offers a free consultation to explore individual goals and how therapy can assist in achieving them.