The God whom I serve is the owner and creator of the universe, and He has graciously allowed me take care of some of His possessions, which I must lovingly do with integrity, compassion, and careful consideration.  I have been given the gifts of helping, teaching and encouraging, and it is imperative that I use them according to God’s will and plan for my life.

 

Special Areas of Interest

• Depression

• Anxiety

• Grief & Loss

• Marriage & Family

• Women’s Health

• Infertility & Pregnancy Loss

• Genetic disorders

• Play Therapy

• Sexual Dysfunctions

• Sexual Abuse Sexual Addiction

• Sexuality & Gender Identity

• Trauma Intervention

 

Education & Credentials

• MS Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, New York

• MA Marriage  Family Therapy and Counseling, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson, Mississippi

• BS Biology, Tougaloo College, Tougaloo, Mississippi

• Training in Christian Sex Therapy and Christian Sexual Addiction Specialist, Institute for Sexual Wholeness, Atlanta, Georgia

• Non-degree graduate studies in Clinical Psychology, Jackson State University, Jackson, Mississippi

• Internal Family Systems Advanced Training

• American Board of Christian Sex Therapists – Intern

• American Association for the Certification of Christian Sexual Addiction Specialist-Intern

• Licensed Professional Counselor

• Gottman Couples Therapy, Level 3

• Board Certified Telemental Health Provider

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Affiliations

• American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy

• American Marriage and Family Ministries

• American Board of Christian Sex Therapists

• American Association of Christian Counselors

• American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists

• New Hope Baptist Church, Jackson, Mississippi

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General Information

Stephanie holds a Master’s degree in Human Genetics/Genetic Counseling and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.  She has received additional graduate training for Christian Sex Therapy and Sexual Addiction Specialist.  Mrs. Smith-Jefferson has an extensive background in helping individuals and families cope with the joys, sorrows and pain encountered in their life’s journey.  She is also a Genetic Counselor with over 20 years experience and was the first Genetic Counselor in the state of Mississippi.  She has served as a consultant and speaker to many organizations.  She and her husband are the proud parents of two children.