Shanua Smith
Compassionate care for meaningful change
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About
Shanua Smith is a licensed therapist practicing in South Dakota with 19 years of clinical experience. She holds SD LPC-MH 30699, indicating her status as a Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health in South Dakota.
Her work focuses on helping people navigate complex emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. Shanua emphasizes a compassionate, non-judgmental environment where individuals can safely explore their thoughts and feelings.
Using a holistic and personalized approach, she draws on evidence-based methods to address concerns such as self-love, communication barriers, social anxiety, grief, and ongoing personal growth. Her goal is to help clients increase understanding of their experiences, strengthen resilience, and develop healthier emotional patterns.
Shanua is committed to supporting clients through workplace stress, relationship struggles, or the pursuit of deeper self-understanding, and she accompanies them with empathy and professional expertise throughout the therapeutic process.
- Location:
- South Dakota, United States
- Years Experience:
- 19
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Depression, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Anger, Asperger syndrome, Attachment issues, Autism, Bipolar, Body image, Cancer, Career, Caregiver issues and stress, Coaching, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Disaster relief therapy, Dissociation, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-love, Separation, Sexual trauma, Sleeping, Social anxiety and phobia, Women’s issues, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: SD LPC-MH 30699
- NPI Number: 1225498041
- License: LPC-MH (South Dakota) #30699 exp 2026-11-30
Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or navigating life changes, online therapy is often as effective as traditional in-person sessions.
One major benefit is flexibility - clients can choose the mode of connection that best fits their needs and schedule, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options can make it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life.
Sessions are provided by licensed professionals, and clients may change therapists at any time if they seek a different fit. For many individuals, online therapy offers a practical, accessible way to pursue emotional support and personal growth.
How much experience does Shanua Smith have?
Shanua Smith has 19 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Shanua Smith a licensed therapist?
Yes, Shanua Smith is a licensed therapist with SD LPC-MH 30699.
In which languages does Shanua Smith provide therapy?
Shanua Smith provides therapy in English.
Where is Shanua Smith located?
Shanua Smith is located in South Dakota.
How can I work with Shanua Smith as my therapist?
You can work with Shanua Smith through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Shanua Smith cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.