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Symphonie Smith(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, LIMFT
OhioFloridaMarylandMichiganWashington DC
Couples counseling-Family issues-Entrepreneur mental health- Anxiety - Depression- LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics-

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Professional statement

Dr. Smith’s therapeutic approach centers on helping clients move out of self-sacrificing patterns and into lives and relationships that truly nourish them. She supports clients in reducing anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and internal pressure while developing healthier boundaries and more balanced ways of relating. Her work is especially supportive for individuals who are new to therapy or who have long considered starting but were unsure where to begin.

Her clinical approach is grounded in intergenerational family systems theory and relational work, with integration of mindfulness and somatic awareness. Dr. Smith helps clients notice long-standing patterns—both internal and relational—that influence how they carry responsibility, manage emotions, and stay connected to others. Therapy focuses on increasing self-awareness, emotional regulation, and intentional choice, rather than pushing clients to simply “do more” or override their needs.

Dr. Smith is committed to ongoing professional development and continually refines her clinical skills to provide thoughtful, ethical, and effective care. She brings a culturally responsive lens to her work and welcomes conversations about race, identity, power, and context when relevant, understanding that these factors often shape clients’ lived experiences and relationships.

Dr. Smith offers virtual therapy sessions and works with adults and couples on a private-pay basis. She provides a collaborative, grounded therapeutic space where clients can move at a pace that feels clear and supportive, with the goal of creating meaningful, sustainable change.


Message to clients

Self-Centering Therapy is about helping you move out of the margins of your own life and back into the center of it. Many of the people I work with are exhausted from putting themselves last, carrying responsibility for others, and feeling torn between caring for people they love and caring for themselves. If you’re feeling stuck, depleted, or conflicted about how to keep showing up without falling apart, my hope is to help you build a way of living that includes you—fully.

Putting yourself first doesn’t harm your relationships; it usually improves them. When you are more resourced, grounded, and clear, your relationships, health, work, and overall sense of joy tend to shift as well. Self-centering isn’t about becoming selfish or disconnected—it’s about creating a life where responsibility, care, and emotional labor are more balanced and sustainable.

I especially enjoy working with people who are new to therapy or who have been thinking about starting for a long time but weren’t sure where to begin. If that’s you, you won’t be rushed or pushed in our work together. I’m intentional about moving at a pace that feels clear and collaborative, making sure you understand and feel comfortable with each step of the process. My hope is that therapy with me feels grounding, supportive, and like a place where you don’t have to do this alone.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 13 years

Personal Space: Self-Centering Therapy, LLC, Owner, Clinician, 2021 - Present


Licensure

Maryland: LCM903 - Ohio: F.1900108 - Michigan: 4101007296 - Washington DC: LMFT200001248 - Florida: TPMF1035

Languages

English

Specialties

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Family issues - Promoting communication and supporting family members to address challenges and reduce conflict and distress

Entrepreneur mental health - Processing through the emotional highs and lows of running a business; learning about one’s values and exploring how these values impact the decisions that one makes for the business

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

LGBTQIA, gender, & sexuality topics - Exploring topics of sexuality, gender, and identity; coping with discrimination and oppression; navigating relationship, family, and cultural challenges




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Young adults (18-24)
  • Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Symphonie Smith is not in-network with any insurances.

Read about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider here.


Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$265 (75min)
  • Couples sessions:$350 (90min)
  • Family sessions:$350 (90min)
  • Relationship work for Business Partners:$250 (60min)
  • Relationship & Communication Coaching :$250 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • Every other month
Therapist's note

Please note: Sessions are private pay only and fees range from $250 to $400 based on the service provided.

Insurance is not accepted but may provide reimbursement based on benefits package.

LOVELAND FOUNDATION VOUCHERS ARE accepted based on unique availability. Please inquire specifically about availability for spots designated to Loveland Foundation voucher recipients.


Client testimonials

"Loved Symphonie! If we could afford her, she would be my top choice!"
- Zencare client May 2023
"I liked how she gave the run down with all that would be done and checked if I was okay with everything. Also giving me the lee way to understand if she works for me or not"
- Zencare client February 2024

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