Lativia Smith, LMSW-C

Lativia Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who chooses to operate as a change agent, safe space, and advocate for her patients. Through a strength based and empowerment perspective, Lativia believes that all her patients possess the skills, talents, and abilities to accomplish their goals. Lativia believes that a strong therapeutic relationship is the foundation to her patients not only achieving desired treatment goals but also maintaining long term benefits after therapy. 

About Lativia

Lativia was raised in Detroit, MI and graduated from Mumford High School. In December 2010, Lativia graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree from Central Michigan University. In April 2014, Lativia graduated from Wayne State University Social Work Program earning a Master of Social Work Degree. Lativia has received training in Mental Health First Aide-youth and Adults through the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Lativia has also received training in Biblical Counseling. Lativia’s areas of focus include but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Family Systems, and Inner Healing. Lativia is employed as a Clinical Social Worker & Certified Forensic Examiner for the Center for Forensic Psychiatry. Lativia has also started her own business entitled A Clearer Picture, LLC which is dedicated to educating the community about mental health issues, challenges, and solutions. In Lativia’s free time, she enjoys travelling, crocheting, and spending time with family and friends.