Catherine Smithson has a BSW from Radford University and a MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University. She has over 20 years experience in the mental health and substance abuse field, having worked  at inpatient and outpatient clinics, community service boards, and private practices. Catherine works with older teenagers and adults with issues of depression, anxiety, codependency, and post traumatic stress.  She works with individuals, families and couples, including gay and lesbian issues.