Please Note Some Providers below are individuals who are Supervised by Dr. Kayla operate under her license.

About Supervised Therapists: Some of our therapists work under the supervision of Dr. Kayla Smith, LCSW, PhD, through the HLP Group. This means they can see clients in states where Dr. Smith is licensed, even if they are practicing under supervision. If you’re unsure which therapist can serve you based on your location, our intake team is happy to help you find the right fit.

Meet Your Providers

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Dr. Kayla Smith, LCSW-S

TX, OK, LA, VA, CO, WA, AR, AZ ,MS

Cedric Freeman, LMSW
Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW

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Yvonne Gandy, LCSW

TX, OK, VA, FL, AL

Chasity Smith M.S-MFCT,PLMFT

Supervised by D’Shawn Etienne LMFT-S

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Chalsey Blanchard, M.A., PLPC

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW

Maria Manzano, LMSW

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW

Open for New Providers

Joel Smith MHNP

Supervised by George Ivanovksis, MD, MBA

Myesha Davis, LMSW

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW

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Angela Ringo M.A., PLPC

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW-S

Dr. Alfred Perez, LMSW

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW-S

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Latasha Derrick, LMSW

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW-S

Juauna Krogh, LPC-A

Supervised by Rhonda Burnell
MEd, LPC-S, CCTP II

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Coach Mark Brown

Supervised by Kayla Smith, LCSW-S

Keandra White, LPC-A

Supervised by Monet Smit, LPC-S

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    Medication Management

    Psychiatric Evaluations | Ongoing Medication Support

    We provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, prescription management, and follow-up care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and stabilization needs. Our team prioritizes safe, effective, culturally responsive treatment with coordinated support between therapists, medication providers, and families.

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    Autism & ADHD Evaluations

    Autism Assessments | ADHD Testing | School & Work Accommodations

    Our diagnostic evaluations offer clear, evidence-based insights for youth and adults. We combine standardized tools, behavioral observations, and caregiver input to provide accurate diagnoses and personalized recommendations. We support clients with accommodation letters for school, work, and daily functioning.

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    Psychosexual & Court-Ordered Evaluations

    Psychosexual Assessments | Risk Evaluation | Court-Mandated Reports

    We deliver thorough, trauma-informed psychosexual evaluations and court-required assessments for legal teams, probation, CPS, and court systems. Our clinicians provide high-quality, defensible reports with timely turnaround and clear recommendations for treatment, safety planning, and next steps.

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    Documentation & Support Services

    ESA Letters | FMLA & Disability Forms | Court-Ordered IOP

    We assist clients with essential mental-health documentation, including Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letters, FMLA/medical leave paperwork, disability support, and workplace accommodation forms. We also provide court-ordered Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) enrollment and compliance reporting.

Why Choose Helen's Project?

Helen’s Project was created with a deep commitment to serving the community through accessible, affordable, and culturally responsive mental health care. As a nonprofit organization, we are driven not by profit, but by purpose: to bridge the gap between underserved communities and quality behavioral health services.

Challenges We Can Help You With

Anxiety & Panic Attacks
Abuse: Past or Recent
Anger Management
Assault: Physical or Sexual
Behavior Problems
Codependency & Boundaries
Depression
Difficulty with Life Changes
Divorce
Domestic Violence
Grief
Mental Health / Co-Occurring Disorders

Family Conflict
Obsessions & Compulsions
Parenting
Phobias
Relationship Issues
Sexuality (LGBTQIA)
Self-Esteem
Self-Harm
Spiritual Trauma
Stress
Trauma & PTSD
Traumatic Grief

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At Helen's Project, we're dedicated to supporting you on your journey towards mental health, healing, and growth. Together, we can make meaningful progress towards your goals.

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