Audrey Smith

Our founder and CEO, is a Licensed Psychologist who brings over 25 years of experience in behavioral health services.  Her areas of expertise are in providing treatment for individuals and families who have experienced all forms of trauma, including those impacted by sexual abuse and violence.

Her commitment is for Parkside continuously strives toward the embodiment of SAMHSA’s “Guiding Principles of Trauma Informed Care” in every aspect of its professional practice and community service.

Those principles are characterized as: 

• Safety
• Trustworthiness and Transparency
• Peer Support and Mutual Self-Help
• Collaboration and Mutuality
• Empowerment Voice and Choice
• Cultural, Racial and Gender Sensitivity