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Ebone Smith is an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of General Education at Pacific Oaks College, located in Pasadena, CA. She is also a Registered Psychological Associate and doctoral candidate in Applied Clinical Psychology.
- Institution: Pacific Oaks College
- Department: Department of General Education
- Campus: Pasadena, CA
Her academic journey includes a BA in Psychology from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, an MA in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University, and she is currently completing her Psy.D. at The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Los Angeles.
- BA: University of Tennessee-Knoxville (2012)
- MA: Pepperdine University (2020)
- Psy.D.: The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (2023, expected/completing)
Ebone Smith specializes in culturally informed therapeutic practices, focusing on mental health and development among children, adults, and families of color. Her research and practice interests include depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, and relationship dynamics. She employs a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral therapy models to explore how early experiences shape current behavior.
Although no peer-reviewed publications are listed, her expertise and presentations reflect deep engagement with clinical psychology, particularly in community resilience and affirmative care for sexual minority populations.
She is a member of the American Psychological Association and holds a license as a Psychological Associate in California.
- American Psychological Association – Member
Ebone is the Founder and CEO of WE ARE R.I.S.E. Inc., a nonprofit organization providing mentorship and workshops for young girls of color, emphasizing social-emotional development, academic wellness, and life skills. Her work bridges clinical psychology with community-based program development, demonstrating a strong commitment to equity and mental health advocacy.
- Founder/CEO: WE ARE R.I.S.E. Inc. Nonprofit Organization
