Dr. Janice Smith
PhD, CLC
Dr. Smith is a Certified Life Coach who has thrived in the field for many years. She enjoys
working with individuals from around the world! Telehealth life coaching makes this
possible, as clients receive prompt and efficient attention for time-sensitive situations with efficient and outstanding services!
I’m Dr. Janice Smith, a Certified Life Coach with a background and PhD in clinical psychology. Welcome to my site! It has been created to support the distinct needs of individuals who seek healing, clarity, and happiness in a warm, safe, and non-judgmental setting through personal development utilizing evidence-based coaching models and methodologies routed in positive psychology, neuroscience and change theories.
Born in Vancouver, BC, Canada; I enjoyed West Coast Life for many years, until I
relocated to the United States, achieving my Master and Doctorate Degrees, at
Saybrook University; thus, enabling me to work at the Regional Justice Center, for the
City of Las Vegas, in the capacity of Alternative Special Education Division Administrator,
where I was able to expand on social welfare programs. I was also employed by Nevada
Department of Corrections, as their State Mental Health Director, creating psycho-
educational programs designed to promote pro-social behaviors. Hired as a Clinical
Charter Psychologist, at Bloomfield Healthcare, in Dublin, Ireland, was equally
endearing as I oversaw three psych wards, providing therapeutic support to individuals
and their families.
I have opened A Place to Heal - Telehealth Life Coaching, where I provide support, and
guidance for clients on a more personal level. As distinct as each culture may
be…individuals are not. We each desire to live our best life, reach our full potential, and
above all else be happy!
I am sensitive to and respectful of clients’ culture, lifestyle, and beliefs. I regard my
clients with respect and dignity that is always appropriate for someone discussing and
working on challenging topics and goals. As your life coach, I will facilitate you with an
individualized “life plan” thus enabling you to live your best life.
In my free time I enjoy bird watching, movies, darts, and volunteering with our feral
and stray cat population.
I am blessed with a career I love, amazing family, and above all else a relationship with
Christ that brings endless joy and teaches me about the power of unconditional love
and everyday miracles.
“But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God
all things are possible.” Matthew 19:26
Education
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Saybrook Graduate University, San Francisco, CA, USA (2007-2011)
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – Clinical Psychology
GPA 4.0 -
Saybrook Graduate University, San Francisco, CA, USA (2005-2007)
Master of Arts (MA) – Clinical Psychology
GPA 4.0
Additional Qualifications
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EMDR/Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing - UK/European Certified Practitioner (2021)
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Sand Tray Therapy (Trauma Focused) - California Certified Practitioner (2005)
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Somatic Experience Approach - Colorado Certified Practitioner (2007)
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Applied Hypnosis for pain management - California Certified Practitioner (2009)
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Reiki Practitioner - Washington State Certified Practitioner (1999)
Memberships
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Certified Life Coach - Expert Rating Transcript ID #4029983
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APA/American Psychological Association - Membership # C2103319154
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CPA/Canadian Psychological Association - Membership # 215531
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PSI/Psychological Society of Ireland - Charter Membership # M11882C