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Shanua Smith, LPC-MH

Licensed South Dakota therapist for emotional healing
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Evidence-based therapies
  • Compassionate collaborative approach

About Shanua Smith

Shanua Smith is a licensed therapist practicing in South Dakota with nearly two decades of experience supporting people through complex emotional landscapes. She specializes in guiding clients through depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions, offering a steady presence while clients explore their inner world.

Her practice emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental atmosphere where individuals can identify patterns, process painful experiences, and develop practical strategies for healing. Shanua combines holistic, personalized care with evidence-based approaches to address concerns such as self-love, communication barriers, social anxiety, grief, and ongoing personal growth.

Focused on empowerment, she helps clients build resilience and cultivate healthier emotional responses. Whether working with someone facing workplace stress, relational challenges, or a desire for deeper self-understanding, Shanua provides empathetic guidance and professional support as clients pursue meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shanua Smith have?

Shanua Smith has 19 years of experience.

Is Shanua Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LPC-MH, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health. License details: 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 video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shanua Smith work with international clients?

Shanua Smith does not currently work with international clients.

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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can genuinely help. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect in the way that works best for them: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapeutic work into busy schedules and to maintain continuity during transitions.

Therapists offering remote care are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they would prefer a different fit. For those weighing whether online therapy is right for them, these benefits often make virtual care a practical and effective choice.

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