Rachel Smith

Rachel Grace Smith is a licensed psychologist with her undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and her doctorate from Mercer University. At Mercer, her dissertation focused on analyzing trauma diagnostic criteria and interventions to enhance multicultural flexibility. Dr. Smith completed her internship with Burrell Behavioral Health in Springfield, Missouri. During her time in Springfield, she gained invaluable experience with intensive outpatient eating disorder populations, in addition to milieu and art therapies to youths in residential settings, helping them navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges. There, she provided neurocognitive assessment, brief therapy and consultation within various clinics, and the LEAH Program’s diagnostic clinic. Her two years in this setting offered experiences with a variety of populations, including substance use, HIV, eating disorders, ADHD, general health, and trauma focused adolescents. Residing in Birmingham, Alabama, she enjoys a vibrant life with her husband and two cats, Toothless and Remy. An avid movie enthusiast, video game player, reader, and artist, she is always seeking her next big project and forever cheers for her beloved Georgia Dawgs. Dr. Smith also looks forward to her annual trek to DragonCon in Atlanta, Georgia, where she celebrates her passions with fellow enthusiasts and showcases her cosplay creations.