Sharline Maya Smith is a dedicated Clinical Mental Health Counselor and a Marine Corps Veteran who is passionate about enhancing culturally responsive trauma interventions for BIPOC and military populations. As a doctoral candidate in International Psychology, she possesses specialized knowledge in trauma-informed care, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family systems therapy, which she integrates into her clinical practice and program leadership roles.
Ms. Smith has a proven ability to build interdisciplinary teams and implement holistic care models that significantly improve outcomes for underserved communities. Her experience encompasses directing military youth programs, providing integrative behavioral health counseling, and researching cultural barriers to mental health treatment. She is firmly committed to systemic impact and effectively combines clinical excellence with strategic program development, advocating for equitable and effective mental health services.