FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Do you accept insurance? I do not accept insurance. It's private pay only. We do accept Afterpay where you may pay in installments. Contact us for more info. The sessions at Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling are extremely effective and are very life-changing. We offer free phone consultations if you'd like to ask questions before the session. Or you can book online below.

How many sessions are required? The Pre-marital Counseling is 8 sessions. All other counseling areas vary from 6-12 sessions. After the initial assessment, Dr. Nioka will give a recommendation on how often you should come. However, you can choose to come every 2 weeks, every 3 weeks, once a month, etc.

For marriage counseling, how long has Dr. Nioka been married? Nineteen (19) years.

What is Dr. Nioka’s background? A former high school teacher; currently a licensed educator; a degree in communication, a degree in education, and a degree in counseling; over 10 years experience in the field of advising, mentoring, coaching, and counseling.

What kind of counseling does Dr. Nioka provide? Dr. Nioka Smith Counseling uses a combination of Psychology and Christian Counseling which is why her counseling is so effective. Dr. Nioka has a Doctoral degree in counseling and a doctoral degree in experience. She has gone through and overcome the majority of what many of our clients have experienced.

***Please be sure your need falls within one of the expertise areas listed below before booking an appointment.***

  • Marriage and Family

  • Pre-marital Counseling

  • Stress/Anxiety/Depression

  • Life Recovery

  • Personal Growth

  • Juvenile Delinquency

  • Anger Management

  • Childhood Abuse Recovery

  • Sexual Abuse Recovery

  • Other Specified Trauma

  • Adolescent/Teen Counseling