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Meet Mealani

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I believe that my purpose in this life is to provide human beings with the resources and tools to become the highest version of themselves. Each of us has the innate ability to live a life of purpose. I am simply a guide to support you in arriving there. 

 

I take a holistic approach to therapy by working with the whole person. I navigate the therapeutic relationship in a real, honest and direct way while also providing empathy and compassion.

 

My approach is based on the biological, social, spiritual, and systematic lens. I take a client-centered, solution-focused, and trauma-informed stance on treatment. I tend to combine Eastern and Western philosophy as a means to create balance within one's life. I also use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) and Brain Spotting. 

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Email: Mealani@Embodiedselftherapy.com

Phone: 707-494-6194

Mealani M Smith, LCSW

LCSW #100718

she/her/hers

Mealani M Smith

Clinical Experience and Approach

Trauma Treatment: 

EMDR Trained

Brain Spotting

DBT Trained

RO-DBT Trained

Eating Disorder Trained

Trauma Informed Care

Inner Child Work 

Developmental Attachment 

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PACT level 1 trained

Holistic Approach

Dreams & Intuition 

Narrative Therapy

Ayurveda

Reiki Trained

Deep Brain Reorienting

Mind-Body Medicine

Certified in Dharma

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Spirituality Coaching

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Clinical Experience

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Private Practice: Since May 2021 

 

Kaiser Permanente Psychiatry: Therapist- DBT, Eating Disorder Program, Trauma Team (EMDR), LGBTQ, Anxiety, Depression

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Veteran's Affairs: Therapist and Outreach Coordinator. Trauma Treatment, DBT Program, Suicide Prevention Program, Support for In-Home Services. PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment.

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The Family Room Oregon: Social Worker-  Provided supervised visitations for families within the DHS system. Trained volunteers and staff on Trauma-Informed Care. 

Additional Trainings

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  • Positive Psychology

  • Trauma & Neuroscience

  • Diversity and Inclusion

  • The Science of Burnout

  • Trauma Stewardship

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Affiliations

  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker #100718

  • NPI #1740803709

  • Master's in Social Work from George Fox University

  • Bachelor's in Psychology & Sociology from USF

My Approach

Experience In:

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EMDR

Brain Spotting

Finding Purpose 

Self-Acceptance

Communication

Emotional Wellness

Setting Intentions & Goals

Anxiety, Stress, Overwhelm

Trauma, Shifting Blocks

Personal Growth

Emotion Regulation

LGBTQ+ & Gender Dysphoria

Relationship Issues

Body Image Issues

Codependency

Holistic Coaching 

Life Stressors & Transitions

Eating Disorder Recovery

Communication 

Empowerment 

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LEARN MORE ABOUT:

My approach to therapy can be best described as holistic and integrative. I draw from multiple modalities and apply them when it feels most applicable. I am client-centered, solution-focused, and trauma-informed. I pull from multiple practices of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Brain Spotting, Somatic, and Narrative Therapy.

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As Bessel Van Der Kolk says, “Our body keeps the score." Essentially, that means that our bodies remember and learn to respond accordingly. Our biology, psychology, social structures, spirituality, family history, gender, race, and the micro and macro systems in place impact the lens through which we see and interact with the world around us. While we can’t change everything in life, we can learn to better understand ourselves and our patterns. This will ultimately lead to improving our lives and our connection with ourselves. 

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I approach with a perspective of neuroscience, nutrition, and intergenerational/ systemic trauma. Generally, I gravitate toward a bio-psycho-social-spiritual and systemic approach to therapy. This provides concrete tools, understanding, and a shifting of all that impacts people in their lives. I am committed to serving all human beings, and I welcome all genders, ethnicities, and sexual orientations. 

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Testimonials

My time working with Mealani brought me more growth and understanding of myself than I’ve ever had with a therapist. From my first interaction with her I felt like she wanted to make a connection; to make sure we would be a good fit for each other. Her style of counseling applied to so many aspects of my life; I’m so proud to have come so far. There isn’t a right amount of time to take to heal from things; though I know that working with Mealani helped me get to where I am today faster than I could have done on my own.
- Client
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