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Hello, my name is Dr. Tracey Smith, PhD, MS-MHC
Clinical Manager/Therapist

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Nothing Ventured Nothing Gained, So Keep Moving!

A Bit About Me

 Over the past 12 years, my background has consisted of working with various demographics, such as individuals, at-risk youth, and families in residential, shelters, foster care, schools, military, community, and home settings. I have counseled pre-marital/marriage and divorce. I utilize integrative therapeutic modalities and settings in individual, family, and group therapy in combination with Mindfulness, Guided Imagery, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Trauma-Informed Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Client-Centered approaches. I am trained in Seeking Safety (SS), which is a model that helps individuals struggling with co-occurring disorders (trauma, substance abuse, etc). Tracey has worked with clients who have experienced PTSD, trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, and anger issues.

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My belief is that the chief cornerstone of working with individuals and families collaboratively is to change patterns of thinking and behaviors. In a session, she will provide you with a professional and safe environment for your needs and overall wellness while encouraging you to take steps and become "unstuck." I specialize in working with individuals aged 16 and older, recognizing the importance of tailored mental health care for young adults and families.

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I am a Christian and I use biblical principles in combination with evidenced-based counseling techniques during my sessions. I have a PhD in Psychology, Doctorate in Biblical Studies and I am a Certified Chaplain/Dover.

Virtual and In-Person

Areas Of Specialty:

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  • Adolescents (13-17)

  • Young Adults (18-30)

  • All Adults (18+)

  • Geriatric Therapy

  • Individuals, couples, and family therapy

  • Substance abuse

  • Trauma Focused

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Anger issues

  • Group therapy

  • Biblical Counseling

  • Discernment Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS)

Rising Hope Therapy, LLC

260 Chapman Road

Suite 104A

Newark, Delaware 19702

Phone: 302-273-3194

Fax: 302-366-4050

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