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    About Lynn M. Smith, LCSW

    Lynn Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in EMDR therapy, and the Founder and Director of The Center for Mindfulness, LLC at Mind Body Knox.

    She is a graduate of the University of Tennessee and holds a Master of Science in Clinical Social Work with over 20 years of experience in counseling and social work. Lynn has 12+ years of experience as a trauma therapist specializing in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based treatment and comprehensive therapy. She is an EMDR Institute Facilitator, and EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant. Lynn currently serves as the Co-Coordinator and Approved Consultant for the East Tennessee Trauma Recovery Network, part of the EMDR Humanitarian Assistance Program.

    Treatment specializations include:

    • Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy
    • Anxiety, Panic Disorder, PTSD, and Phobias
    • Performance Enhancement/Peak Performance
    • Performance Anxiety
    • Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue
    • Fear of Public Speaking
    • Grief Counseling
    • Work and Career issues
    • Stress Management
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Relationship Issues
    • Mindfulness Based Interventions and Coaching

    In addition, Lynn is a Level 1 Qualified MBSR Teacher and a Certified mPeak (Mindful Performance Enhancement, Awareness, and Knowledge) Coach.

    Utilizing a combination of evidence-based treatments, Lynn has had vast experience working with individuals to reduce stress, heal from trauma, and enhance quality of life both personally and professionally. 

    Lynn regularly offers both live online and in person MBSR and mPEAK courses. Both courses are experiential and interactive mindfulness training programs that span the course of 8 weeks and/or may be offered in an intensive 3 day format. For more information click here.

    Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction(MSBR)

    Mindful Performance Enhancement Awareness & Knowledge (mPEAK)

    Education & Experience

    Education
    • MSSW, University of Tennessee Knoxville
    • The Mindfulness Center at Brown University, Qualified MBSR Teacher
    • UC San Diego Center for Mindfulness, Certified mPEAK Coach
    License & Certifications
    • LCSW, Tennessee license 5279
    • EMDR Institute Facilitator
    • EMDRIA Certified and Approved Consultant
    • Qualified MBSR Teacher- Level 1
    • Certified mPEAK Coach

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