Audrey Smith, Psychologist
Founder & Director of CART Program/Consulting Psychologist

Parkside’s founder, is a Licensed Psychologist who brings over 25 years of experience
in behavioral health services.  Her areas of expertise are 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