Dina Smith

I have had the opportunity to work with individuals affected by cancer, consistently hearing expressions of isolation and the desire to connect with someone who understands their experience. Whether you are a patient, caregiver, or navigating the grief of loss, I offer both objective guidance and unwavering support. With extensive experience within medical systems, I am equipped to provide education on advocacy skills, helping you navigate doctor’s appointments and ensure your voice is heard.

Living in New York can be inherently stressful, often intensifying feelings of anxiety. The high demands of both professional and personal life can leave your mind racing and overwhelmed. In therapy, I help clients regain a sense of balance by identifying and challenging irrational thoughts, fostering a clearer understanding of what is rational and within their control.

My guiding philosophy is: Why not you? Too often, we become our own harshest critics, internalizing doubt and questioning our worthiness of success and opportunity. As a therapist, I strive to be a strong advocate and source of support, equipping clients with the tools and strategies needed to build self-esteem and foster lasting self-confidence.

I believe the mind is our most powerful tool. It’s remarkable how much mental energy we expend each day—yet when anxiety takes hold, our thoughts can feel overwhelming. The question “What if...?” can be all-consuming. In our work together, I will help you differentiate between rational and irrational thought patterns, and guide you in challenging those unhelpful thoughts during sessions. Together, we will develop practical tools to empower you to manage and reframe these thoughts independently.

Do any of your personal or professional goals feel out of reach? Perhaps you feel motivated to create change but aren’t sure where to begin. Together, we will clarify which goals are realistic and which may need to be reframed, and develop an actionable plan to help you move forward with confidence. With experience in a variety of short-term counseling settings, I understand the importance of making every moment count—because when time is limited, focused and intentional progress matters.

Change can be challenging, particularly when motivation feels out of reach. Through a patient and objective approach, I will support you in exploring the underlying reasons for this lack of motivation and help identify the shifts necessary to foster meaningful and lasting progress. This process takes time, and I am committed to meeting you where you are—always ready to take a figurative step back with you until you feel ready to move forward.