Glenda Smith, CT

Counselor Trainee

Site Location:
Akron

Clinical Interests:
•  Children & Adolescents: Creating a safe space for young clients to express their emotions and develop coping skills through early intervention.
•  Adults: Managing stress, addiction recovery, and enhancing their overall well-being.
•  Couples & Families: Strengthening relationships and promoting effective communication.

Population Served:
Adults, Adolescents, Children

Educational History:
BS in Interdisciplinary Studies – University of Toledo (Minor in Disabilities Studies)
MEd in Special Education – Kent State University
MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Malone University (in progress)

Certifications:
Ohio Infant Mental Health Practitioner Level III – Infant Mental Health Credential
Trauma Informed Care – Level 3 Trauma Competent
Ohio PROMISE Inclusion Credential – Level 2
Adult Mental Health First Aide
Alert-Lockdown-Inform-Counter-Evacuate (A.L.I.C.E.)
American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED

Professional Memberships:
Chi Sigma Iota Counseling Academic & Professional Honor Society International, Vice President
American Counseling Association, Student Member

Community Involvement:
Family Promise of Summit County, Board Member, Program Committee Member
Rubber City Theatre, Board Member
Ashland University, Women in Leadership Program Advisor

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Due to a local winter storm warning, Emerge Counseling Ministries will be closed Friday, January 19th and will reopen pending improved weather conditions. We are offering telehealth appointments only pending the clinician’s availability to do so.