Stephanie Smith, Psy.D.

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Stephanie Smith, Psy.D.

Invest in Yourself. Own Your Body. Reclaim Your Life.

09/13/2025

Today I was honored to present alongside my big brother, Matt Smith, M.D. on a topic so close to our hearts! Huge thanks to the California Psychological Association for having us here in Long Beach, CA!

07/02/2025

Excited to be featured in The California Psychologist magazine summer edition! Looking forward to sharing more on this important topic at Convention this September in Long Beach!

08/08/2023

For some reason health gurus often talk more about some endangered berry from the Amazon as a cure for all that ails us rather than the common sense remedies that are available right in front of us. (Maybe that’s because there isn’t any 💰 in recommending hugs, but I’m probably just cynical 👀) The bottom line is you don’t need to do anything fancy to lower your cortisol and end the stress cycle. Lots of things you have available to you RIGHT NOW can do it. They aren’t glamorous, they don’t cost money, and your body will use them even better.

08/07/2023

We are born to love and taught to hate. Most of us have been using words of shame for our bodies since we can remember. Using words of love, acceptance, or appreciation can feel strange at first. The more we practice, the easier it gets. Your body is worthy. You are worthy.

08/02/2023

There’s a lot of good waiting for you on the other side of hard relationship work. Even incredibly healthy relationships and healthy people hurt each other from time to time and have to work hard to grow together. The ability to do that mutual healing, in fact, is often what makes couples healthy to begin with. Now, that does NOT mean staying in relationships with partners who are abusive, controlling, manipulative, etc. That might feel like doing hard work at first, but when you’re the ONLY one doing the work, that’s not a good sign. Learning the difference can be a huge benefit of getting support.

08/01/2023

Most of us agree that it makes sense to take the direct path to our goals rather than going through a middle man. Yet, we often still struggle to cut out the belief that we need to lose weight as the middle man between ourselves and our health goals. It is not true that weight loss is the only, best, or even a safe path to take to get to your health goals. Pursuing health habits themselves, including things like movement and developing a comfortable relationship with food, is often the best, regardless of your weight.

07/31/2023

Saying “yes!” to living your best life doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll lose weight. IT’S STILL WORTH IT.

06/05/2023

If you have had a complicated relationship with food and your body, figuring out what, when, and how much to eat is HARD. Even in recovery sometimes we can get stuck into rigid diet culture thinking that things SHOULD be a certain way. Sometimes it’s honestly just too much on your own. That is where I come in.
If you are ready to find more joy in your relationship with food without sacrificing anything you love or setting yourself for more years of out of control eating… Intuitive Eating & Body Confidence might be for you!
Here’s how it can happen:
THE PERSONALIZATION
✨Biweekly 1-on-1 coaching calls
✨Direct email access with Dr. Smith throughout your plan
✨4/7 access to the private online community
THE COURSE
🌟Step-by-step app designed for ease of use right on your phone!
🌟All content yours forever
🌟Daily pre-recorded lessons
🌟Detailed reflection prompts
🌟Guided meditations
🌟Multi-media and expert content from a variety of thought leaders
🌟Over 800 hours of support paced for the needs of your life
THE FOLLOW UP
💫Add booster coaching calls anytime
💫After completion of the course you'll have access to the weekly subscription!
THE COACHING OPTIONS
✴6 weeks, 12 weeks, 24 weeks or DIY
✴Support that flexes to meet YOUR needs
Let's connect. Let's put YOU first for a change. It is time for something new. Help for your relationship with food & body when and where you need it most.
Apply though the link in my bio for more information and to set up your complimentary alignment call with me!

06/03/2023

Would you be surprised to find that gender affirming care is a part of daily life for most of us? I know it surprised me when I was hit with that truth! I was also struck by how connecting it feels. We are ALL out here doing our best to live our truths. I hope this PRIDE we all have the opportunity to grow in our connectedness and allyship. Sending love to all of you! 🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜🤎🖤🩶🤍❤️‍🔥

06/02/2023

Relationships are tough. Many of us grew up seeing relationships that were more like adversaries than partnerships. That’s NOT what it has to be like, though. Even long lasting relationships can maintain positivity and mutual support. The most important pieces are challenging our automatic reactions, and setting the intention to offer positivity to your partner. This is NOT always easy, and if there’s already a lot of disrespect water under the bridge… that’s a challenge. Bottom line- this is one of those hard things that’s worth doing if the relationship is worth having. GOOD LUCK! I’m rooting for you ❤️❤️❤️

05/12/2023

Eating is MEANT to be pleasurable. We are WIRED to enjoy food. Numerous studies show that enjoying food helps us slow down, digest better, and feel more satisfied. Why, then, is it so hard for us to do?
I think much has to do with culture. Not only are pleasure and joy NOT valued in productivity culture, but enjoying food itself is often demonized. We throw “emotional eating” around like we’ve forgotten that we are WIRED to feel good from food. In fact, when we allow ourselves to feel good, studies suggest we can actually stay in touch with both our “on” AND “off” switches for food much better.
Are you ready to find more joy in your relationship with food without sacrificing anything you love or setting yourself for more years of out of control eating? Intuitive Eating & Body Confidence might be for you!
Here’s how it can happen:
THE PERSONALIZATION
✨Biweekly 1-on-1 coaching calls
✨Direct email access with Dr. Smith throughout your plan
✨4/7 access to the private online community
THE COURSE
🌟Step-by-step app designed for ease of use right on your phone!
🌟All content yours forever
🌟Daily pre-recorded lessons
🌟Detailed reflection prompts
🌟Guided meditations
🌟Multi-media and expert content from a variety of thought leaders
🌟Over 800 hours of support paced for the needs of your life
THE FOLLOW UP
💫Add booster coaching calls anytime
💫After completion of the course you'll have access to the weekly subscription!
THE COACHING OPTIONS
✴6 weeks, 12 weeks, 24 weeks or DIY
✴Support that flexes to meet YOUR needs
Let's connect. Let's put YOU first for a change. It is time for something new. Help for your relationship with food & body when and where you need it most.
DM "Details Please!" for a link to the *FREE* application and to set up your complimentary alignment call with me!

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