Hello! My name is Eric Smith and I'm a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, at Three Oaks.

I am an ardent believer in the healing power of human connection. In a culture that seeks to compartmentalize, monetize, and undermine our well-being, I believe we must make choices that bring us closer to one another and our truest selves. I believe the therapeutic process can play a vital role in this pursuit, and can help lay the groundwork for sustainable practices of emotional honesty, self-care, interruption of negative cycles, and choosing pathways to healing and whole-self integration.

I have a particular love for working with people who feel alienated by modern society, who feel 'othered', misunderstood, out of sync. As someone who has lived an unconventional life, I understand those who struggle with societal norms, rigidly defined roles, and conventional ideas of happiness and success. I believe we all possess the ability to locate our authentic inner voice that can guide us through life's challenges. With radical honesty, intention, and vulnerability, we can attune ourselves to that true voice and the path forward.

My approach to therapy is client-centered and empathetic, focused on connection, empowerment, and non-judgmental investigation. We all have a story. I'm here to hear yours and support you on your courageous journey of exploration. I welcome adult clients of all ages, religions, races, sexualities, and gender identities, am LGBTQIA+ affirming and celebrate the ever-expanding definition of what it means to be human.

My background is in organic farming, woodworking, and art. I am also engaged in a healing journey to explore and process my Christian upbringing, and am drawn to those with similar experiences. I enjoy reading, writing, making things, and rambling through the woods with my dogs.

I look forward to hearing your story!

eric@threeoaksbehavioralhealth.com