Derrick Smith, MAPCC
Pastoral Counselor & CDPCC Practice ManagerA little about me. . .
I desire to create a safe, collaborative space for my clients to tell their story while exploring new perspectives and behaviors. I am interested in the whole person, focusing on the connection between the physical, mental, and spiritual self. As a trained mediator, I aim to help clients find validation, healing, and growth with life struggles and transitions.
I provide empathetic support for those dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, interpersonal conflict, and professional challenges. One of my passions as a therapist is to reach the underserved, especially men of color, and other members of marginalized groups. I enjoy helping couples and families navigate challenges in communication, conflict, and reconciliation, and I connect easily with adolescents and adults.
My transition to work as a therapist includes many years of professional experience in sales management and consulting. I completed a master’s degree in industrial organizational psychology while also being trained in mediation, which provides me rich perspective for those facing professional challenges and dilemmas. I will be working under the supervision of Dr. Patricia Francis, OP.
Education:
Master of Arts, pastoral care and counseling, Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary
Master of Science, industrial and organizational psychology, Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts, economics, Kent State University
Insurance:
I accept BCBSIL/PPO plans, Aetna PPO and HMO plans, and I work with most insurance out of network.

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Derrick Smith, MAPCC
Practice Manager
Central DuPage Pastoral Counseling Center
507 Thornhill Drive
Carol Stream IL 60188
630-791-4926
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