Practical Therapy

About the Book

“Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith’s professional expertise comes shining through in this book. Just as importantly, her personal experience and wisdom provide wonderful advice and guidelines for all areas of our lives!” —Douglas Tieman, President/CEO, Caron Foundation, Caron Treatment Centers “Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith’s practical wisdom reveals the human heart’s desire to be fulfilled. Speaking the language of the heart, Dr. Smith encourages readers to cultivate the mystical dimension of their lives by contemplating ordinary wisdom and living life in an extraordinary way.” —Fr. Mark Hushen, OSFS, President and CEO, Father Martin’s Ashley “This book is filled with wonderful truths and insights. In many ways, it’s like the book of Proverbs in the Bible. Dr. Gadhia-Smith has hit another home run!” —The Honorable John H. Dalton, Former Secretary of the Navy “Dr. Gadhia-Smith is a thoughtful, sensitive therapist who has combined her personal and clinical experiences into a unique format that will be helpful to those people who are looking for ways to grow, and are willing to endure the discomforts that this search may involve.” —George Kolodner, MD, Medical Director, Kolmac Clinic “Dr. Gadhia-Smith is a devoted and excellent psychotherapist who has brought healing to many people. She has also ‘listened to her life’ and now shares these gems of wisdom from across the years. Many of them will resonate deeply for readers and provide light and signs for the journey of life.” —Rev. Stuart Kenworthy, Rector, Christ Church, Georgetown, Washington, DC

About the Author

Dr. Anita Gadhia-Smith is a psychotherapist in Washington, DC, who specializes in addictions, recovery, and relationship issues. She has served as a consultant to the US Congress in parity legislation for substance abuse treatment. She has also spoken nationally and internationally on radio, television, and other media about mental health treatment. Dr. Gadhia-Smith is the author of From Addiction to Recovery and Practical Therapy.