About Emily
Dr. Emily Smith is a highly experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the Clinical Director at BuocDieuKY. With over 15 years of dedicated practice in mental health, she has become a recognized expert in treating anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and mood disorders. Dr. Smith completed her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Stanford University and has since devoted her career to both clinical practice and research in evidence-based treatments. Her approach combines compassionate care with rigorous scientific methodology, ensuring that her patients receive the most effective treatments available. She has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and is frequently invited to speak at national conferences on topics related to anxiety treatment and trauma-informed care.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Expertise
Specializations
Services Offered
Education
PhD in Clinical Psychology
Stanford University
Clinical Psychology with emphasis on Anxiety Disorders
2008
Master of Social Work (MSW)
University of California, Berkeley
Clinical Social Work
2005
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
Psychology with minor in Neuroscience
2003
Professional Experience
Clinical Director
BuocDieuKY Mental Health Services
2018 - Present
Lead clinical operations, supervise junior therapists, and maintain clinical standards across all programs.
Senior Clinical Therapist
Stanford University Medical Center
2012 - 2018
Provided individual and group therapy for anxiety and trauma patients, conducted research on CBT effectiveness.
Clinical Social Worker
Bay Area Trauma Recovery Center
2009 - 2012
Specialized in trauma-informed care and EMDR therapy for survivors of various traumatic experiences.
Recent Publications
Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Treating Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Meta-Analysis
Journal of Anxiety Disorders
Trauma-Informed Care in Clinical Practice: A Comprehensive Guide
Clinical Social Work Journal
EMDR Therapy: Applications and Outcomes in Anxiety Treatment
Psychotherapy Research