Yasmin E. Smith

Qualifications

I have spent over 10 years supporting children, adolescents, and parents in the area of mental health and well-being. As a registered clinical social worker, I adopt a client-centred approach utilizing various treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. I work with children and teenagers struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, Obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD), and social behavioural challenges (emotional regulation, and ADHD symptoms). My training and certifications include:

• ADHD Support in Home and School
• Animal Assisted Play Therapy
• ARC Trauma Treatment Transitions
• Circle of Security® Facilitator
• CBT for children & youth
• Child & Adolescent Trauma Professional Training (CAPT)
• Child Centred Play Therapy
• Connect® Parent Facilitator
• Coping Cat® CBT treatment program for children with anxiety
• Crisis Intervention Training
• DBT Skills for Children & Youth
• Foundations in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Practice Certificate
• Mindsight Approach for Children and Adolescence
• Motivational Interviewing
• Narrative Therapy
• Supporting Hospital to School Transitions
• Yale SPACE® Program Facilitator

About Me

As a parent of five children, I know first-hand how challenging it is to watch your child struggle to navigate through mental health issues. Children are resilient, yet often they need support to make their way through life’s challenges. I help children navigate the process of growing up and realizing their potential. I use psycho-education, empathetic and client-centred talk-therapy, CBT, Play therapy, and Animal Assisted Play therapy modalities. I believe that it does indeed take a village to raise a child, and I encourage parents and caregivers to engage with me in their support. I am happy to connect with children and families from all backgrounds and walks of life: please reach out either via email or phone for a free consultation.

My Programs