Smedley Psychological Services, LLC

04/18/2026

Grateful for the invitation to this space. Faith and mental health are imperative conversations and can co-exist.

03/20/2026

Today I held a 3-hour continuing education seminar for my fellow psychologists and mental health professionals. I am so honored and grateful to contribute to my profession in this manner and to be trusted by my peers for their trust and recommendation. This event was hosted by DCPA but also co-shared by several other Psychology state associations! Little Jessica from never thought she would be holding space and presenting to 300 fellow psychologists! Thank you all for your courage, risk, care, patience, and advocacy as we learn together what it means to be better in this space. Also thankful for a supportive family system that supports my goals and also time to just play outside after work!! Much love and respect 🔥💪🏾💜🙏🏾 oh! And the last image is the shirt I have on today! Check out my website! https://www.smedleypsych.com/merch

03/14/2026

Thank you for the invitation to come present and discuss themes of ‘Advocacy Fatigue’ with the Advocacy Coordinating Committee. I enjoyed holding space for a timely and welcomed discussion. Also so good to see some of my APA colleagues and friends and especially to hug our dear President, ❤️❤️❤️

10/23/2025

Grateful that psychologists and mental health of our communities are still on the minds of our legislators. We are in a time where we are all seeking answers, accountability, and justice. We may not have clear answers, but we have one another and always have our voices and grassroots efforts.. the work continues. Thank you for your leadership, work, and commitment to your constituents. Shoutout to my Advocacy Coordinating Committee colleagues and friends .j.ferreira

08/04/2025

Grateful for the opportunity to be apart of such a huge, Beautifully BLACK event!!!! Black Books Matter Fest was amazing!!!! Thanks to Ramunda and Derrick for the vision and platform and thanks to all who purchased a copy of one or all of my books! 🤎🙏🏾💜🤩🙏🏾

07/17/2025

Hey family and friends! So excited to announce this!!!! Meet me at Black Books Matter Fest hosted by . I’ll be signing copies as we celebrate Black Books Matter Day! 💗🙌🏾☀️🤎🖤

04/11/2025

Always grateful to promote mental health awareness especially during times of crisis and uncertainty. Many times uncertainty triggers past traumas so we must be aware to not respond in haste. No sudden movement or emotional decisions, engage in community, seek wise counsel, pay attention to your body, and focus on the parts of your day and routine that are yours! You are human.. your emotions are valid and real and likely appropriate to the level of offense you are experiencing.
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03/11/2025

Honored to receive this recognition for doing work that I love. Thank you 💜 Happy to contribute to this amazing community.

03/07/2025

Late post… but pretty cool being quoted in the NYT 😆🙏🏾
And more importantly, it is imperative that you feel safe in the therapy space. Part of healing involves trusting yourself and having a provider that reinforces that is imperative!

01/24/2025

Such an honor to have served the psychology community in this capacity. Grateful for the trust of those who came before me and served alongside. ❤️🙌🏾

12/13/2024

Thank you to the DC Psychological Association for electing me to serve as your President this past year. I am very grateful to my fellow board members who served alongside and I look forward to great things to come under future leadership 🙌🏾🎉

12/10/2024

Happy to have contributed. Prioritizing safety and wellness might look different for everyone.

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