Atlantic Psychotherapy, LLC
Providing individual, family, and group therapy to adults and adolescents.
Telehealth appointments available to all Florida residents.
Office appointments available in Fort Lauderdale.
About Me
Kristin Smyth, Ph.D., LCSW-QS, BCD is a licensed and board-certified advanced clinical social worker with doctorate and masters degrees in social work.
Kristin has 20 years of experience working with adults and adolescents to address clinical diagnoses such as bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety & OCD, personality disorders, and self-Injury/self-defeating behaviors; as well as relationship & family stressors, and significant life changes/transitions.
Kristin's professional experience includes direct clinical practice in psychiatric hospitals, intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization programs, outpatient community mental health clinics, and private practice. Kristin has ten years' experience in higher education as a university instructor, researcher, and author. Kristin's research explored stigma, interpersonal support, and identity development in young adults with bipolar disorder.
Kristin provides qualified clinical supervision to candidates working toward state licensure (LCSW) and board certification (BCD).
Specialties:
• Bipolar Disorder
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Obsessive-compulsive and panic disorders
• Personality disorders
• Stress management
• Stigma and self-stigma
• Self-Injury/self-defeating behaviors
• Relationship and family stressors
• Significant life changes and transitions
• Self-esteem
Services
Individual Therapy
Individual therapy appointments are 50 minutes in length and are scheduled weekly/biweekly.
Individual therapy incorporates a tailored approach to address the clients goals. Sessions may address symptom management, coping skills, insight building, and changing thought and behavior patterns.
While some goals can be attained in 3-6 months, true therapeutic change often requires a minimum of 6-12 months.
Individual therapy is available in person and via telehealth to adults and adolescents.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses imbalances in communication, behavior, and expression that impact the well-being of the family and the family members.
Family therapy is often provided in conjunction with / as a supplement to individual therapy.
Family therapy sessions are 50 minutes in length and are scheduled weekly/biweekly.
While some goals can be attained in 3-6 months, lasting change often requires 6+months.Family therapy is only available in person.
Group Therapy
Group therapy provides a unique opportunity for clients to work toward therapeutic goals with interpersonal support and collaboration from group members.
Group therapy typically meets weekly for 60 - 90 minutes. An attendance commitment of 4 group sessions is required.
Therapy groups may meet in person or via telehealth.