Claire Smith is a pre-licensed professional dedicated to guiding individuals through difficult seasons of life and moments of stagnation. She offers hope, empathy, and guidance as her clients navigate the uncertainties they encounter. Claire creates an atmosphere filled with acceptance, warmth, and mutual trust, allowing for collaborative work on various mental health issues and the establishment of meaningful goals aimed at restoring mental wellness. With a keen ability to listen with compassion, Claire provides a unique perspective informed by both personal and academic experiences on challenges such as depression, anxiety, social anxiety, emotional regulation, and OCD. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) frameworks, she assists her clients in reconstructing thought patterns and behaviors to better cope with life's hardships. For those seeking to incorporate their faith into the therapeutic process, Claire also offers Christian counseling, taking a holistic view of each individual’s mental and physical well-being. Holding a Bachelor's degree in English from JMU, she is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marymount University in Arlington, VA, and is honored to lead individuals on a path toward a more hopeful, purposeful, and meaningful life.