Guidance. Clarity. Growth.

Dr. Heather Smith, PhD – Licensed Psychologist & Clinical Supervisor and Trainer
Providing expert psychotherapy and professional supervision to help individuals and clinicians navigate life’s challenges with confidence and purpose.

Counseling · Training · Supervision ·

Counseling · Training · Supervision ·

Counseling Services for Men

Feeling Overwhelmed? You Don’t Have to Face It Alone.

You’re used to solving complex problems—so why does this feel different? The pressure to perform, the weight of responsibility, and the constant push to be at your best can take a toll. Stress, relationship struggles, and uncertainty don’t go away just by working harder. You don’t need generic advice or endless talk—you need a real, results-driven approach.

In therapy, I offer men a directive yet compassionate space to work through challenges. This isn’t a monologue; it’s a collaborative, conversational process where we get to the root of what’s holding you back. I’ll help you gain deeper insight while also providing concrete tools to create real, lasting change. With measurable outcomes and feedback-informed treatment, we’ll make sure you see real improvement—not just in how you feel, but in how you live.

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Individual Psychotherapy

Heather provides supportive, personalized therapy to help achievement-oriented men navigate stress, anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, and personal growth with clarity and confidence.

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Individual Therapy: Improving Intimate Relationships

Heather helps men strengthen their relationships with clear, actionable strategies—because even when it feels like you're the only one putting in the effort, you’re not out of options.

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Discernment Counseling

This short-term, structured process helps couples thoughtfully explore their options when one partner is considering ending the marriage and the other hopes for reconciliation.

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“I take an integrative approach rooted in TEAM-CBT, using its structured, results-driven framework as a foundation while thoughtfully incorporating a range of evidence-based strategies. My style blends structure with flexibility and responsiveness to your preferences, ensuring therapy is both highly effective and deeply personalized.”
TEAM-CBT(T=Testing, E=Empathy, A=Agenda Setting, M=Methods) is an advanced form of cognitive-behavioral therapy developed by Dr. David Burns. It enhances traditional CBT by incorporating real-time progress measurement, deep empathy techniques, collaborative problem-solving, and a broad range of evidence-based methods to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. The approach is structured, goal-oriented, and highly interactive, empowering individuals to overcome cognitive distortions and develop lasting emotional resilience.
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Meet Dr. Heather Smith, PhD

Dr. Heather Smith, PhD, provides evidence-based therapy tailored with creativity, intuition, and personalization.

Specializing in helping professional men navigate stress, anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, and career transitions, I offer a directive yet compassionate approach. Therapy with me is collaborative and results-driven, blending deep insight with practical tools to create real, measurable change. Whether you’re feeling stuck or seeking greater fulfillment, I’m here to help you move forward with confidence.

If you’re ready to take meaningful steps toward growth, let’s get to work. Book a consultation today.

What It’s Like to Work With Me

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    Active & Engaged

    I’m not the kind of therapist who just nods and asks "how does that make you feel?" I challenge, guide, and offer concrete tools to help you move forward. That said, when you need space to process, I can sit back and listen, too... And let's be honest. I probably will also ask you how that makes you feel. I am a therapist, after all, and your feelings matter.

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    Expect Humor

    Therapy doesn’t have to be heavy all the time. Sometimes laughter truly is the best medicine.

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    Always a Book Recommendation

    If you haven’t read the last one I suggested, don’t worry—I’ll still give you another one! Books, articles, podcasts, TED Talks… I'm a voracious learner, and I love sharing resources that can support your growth, including the latest findings from psychology, neuroscience, nutrition, and behavioral economics.

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    Science-Backed & Practical

    I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (TEAM-CBT specifically) as my foundation, integrating ACT, IFS, mindfulness, and any number of other approaches. Research has not shown any "brand" of therapy to be consistently superior to any other, so I value having many tools available that I can flexibly integrate based on your goals and personal style.

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    Unapologetically Geeky

    I will request that we measure your progress toward your goals and that you give me feedback on our work. I'm deeply passionate about the science of psychotherapy, and I'm always striving to be better. In order to be the best therapist I can be for you, I need to know what is going right and what still needs some improvement.

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    Curious About Men's Experiences

    I have a deep positive regard for men and enjoy exploring the unique challenges, pressures, and expectations they face. My years of experience working with men provide valuable insight into masculinity that can inform our work, while my female perspective may offer a new way of understanding your experiences.

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    Welcoming

    Although my website is directed to men, I enjoy working with many different kinds of people. I grew up in a very diverse environment and have family, friends and clients from a wide range of gender, racial/ethnic, political, religious and sexual orientations. If you like what I have to offer please don't hesitate to reach out.

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    Short-Term or Deep Work—Your Choice

    Some clients come to me for focused, results-driven therapy. Others prefer a deeper, long-term exploration of themselves. I enjoy both styles and tailor my approach to whatever you need.

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    Grounded & Present

    I love my work and find it deeply enriching. I’m happy, fulfilled and connected in my personal life, which means I bring my full focus, clarity, and presence to my clients.

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Supervisor Program

Elevate Your Clinical Skills with Expert Supervision & Transformative Training

Are you a psychologist or professional counselor candidate seeking supervision toward licensure? Dr. Heather Smith, PhD, a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of private practice experience, offers individualized one-on-one and group supervision to help you grow into a confident, highly skilled clinician.

Contact

Address
12021 Pennsylvania Street, Suite 205
Thornton, CO 80241-3150

Online Sessions
Available to clients in Colorado, and any state that has enacted PSYPACT.

Phone
(720) 263-1185

Email
heather@drheathersmith.com

 

Trusted Care

"Dr. Heather Smith, PhD, consistently delivers exceptional care, as reflected by client feedback. Based on over 500 sessions and measured through the Session Alliance Inventory scale, her average session rating is an impressive 29.11 out of 30 after 12 sessions, increasing to 29.76 after 16 sessions. Clients overwhelmingly rate her services as outstanding, a testament to her dedication and expertise."