JoAnna Smith, MA LMFT
New Mental Health for Woke Folk
Transcend Wellness Center
You are here, reading this page, because you are seeking something. You want something more or different even if you cannot verbalize what that is. Perhaps you experience that need more as a feeling than a knowing of what it actually looks like. However, you do know that you are not happy with the way things are right now and that you want and need change. You might even be a little scared of what it means and of what might happen. Even positive change can be scary. Regardless, we both know you are hurt and are so tired of carrying around that pain. It is heavy, suffocating at times, and sometimes you worry that you will crumble under its weight.
You want more but are not sure how to move out of your pain. You might feel afraid that no one can help you. You are scared that it cannot or will not get better. You want to love and to feel loved. You are so tired of faking it through life. It is too exhausting and empty feeling. You want to feel like you pretend to on your social media. You want to feel genuine and real. You want purpose in your life. You want to wake up and feel like you have a real reason to get out of bed each day.
There is no magic stick but I do have the resources to help you. Even if you feel like therapy or healing services did not help, I invite you to try again. This time, with me and with different results. Most people find relief when they unstick themselves and feel like they are finally moving towards what they want. My goal is to teach you the tools to do just that.
Education/Training
MA in Counseling Psychology, University of St. Thomas
Post Master’s Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy, University of St. Thomas
Certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Somatic Experiencing and Processing for Trauma Resolution
Clinical Hypnosis
EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique)
Master Level Reiki Practitioner
Bio
In healing, the About Me page is really about you and if you feel like there is an us.
My clients tease that I look sweet…until I open my mouth. I am a compassionate intuitive with grit. I refer to myself as a ‘digger”. We go where we need to (not always want to) and do real and meaningful work. I do not do band aid fixes and honestly, I do not know how. Simply stated, we dig to the core, release what does not serve you, and build up what you need and want. You then go off on your own and lead that amazing life you just created.
My role (also my mission) is to hold space for you to do the most sensitive and raw work. I do this in all aspects of my healing work. I may also serve to be your most honest mirror that exposes all needed parts of you–reflecting those bits that can be hidden, painful and hard to look at. As you likely know, these are often the very things that trip you and block you on your path. This is quite a delicate dance and my training (below) has afforded me the skills that I can, in turn, teach you. The truth is that all of your healing and changing is truly done by you. I am merely a guide or coach in the process.
I have learned through my years of practice that the invisible pattern that connects me to others is THEIR desire for core level change and the belief that I am the person to help them do it. Many people I have worked with have expressed relief in creating this healing connection as they have had negative and disappointing experiences in the past. I understand the fear and hesitation in starting this journey. Positive change can be scary and hurt at times.
I happily report that I am bi-lingual: I speak both heart-talk and head-talk. Whether you live in your heart space and feel ruled by emotions OR spend most of your time in headspace, I can speak your speak. This is especially true of couples who often feel like they speak different languages.
If in reading this you feel that nudge, the inner voice signaling “Yes!”, I invite you to call, email me or set up a consult. That is often the next best step to figuring out the “us” and the “how”. I am healer and there is no sales pitch. Just an opportunity for us to connect, share, and for you to determine if I am the right fit for you.
Payments Accepted
HSA, Debit, Credit Card
Hours:By appointment
Cost/Session
$210 per hour
License:Marriage and Family Therapist
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Therapy
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Learning Disabilities
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Adolescents
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Anxiety and Panic
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Life Transitions
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Loneliness
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Body Image Issues
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Online / Teletherapy
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Caregiver Issues
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Children's Counseling
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Relationship Issues
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Chronic Illness
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Self-Esteem Issues
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Depression
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Divorce
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Stress Management
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EMDR
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Trauma and PTSD
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Family Conflict
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Women's Issues
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Grief and Loss
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Work and Career Issues
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Licenses/Certifications
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Certified EMDR Therapist (EMDRIA)
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Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
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