Anxiety Care, Handled Thoughtfully and Effectively
For adolescents and adults who want practical help managing anxiety without feeling rushed, judged, or overwhelmed. Clear, evidence-based therapy focused on helping you feel steadier in the present and more confident about the future.
Meet Lucia Wallis Smith, LPC, NCC, CCATP
For over 20 years, Lucia Wallis Smith has helped adolescents and adults manage anxiety, panic, and fear using clear, effective, and compassionate care.
Lucia has specialized training in the most researched and durable treatments for anxiety, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Values-Based Therapy, and Systematic Desensitization. She integrates these approaches thoughtfully, tailoring therapy to each individual rather than applying rigid formulas.
Her work has included supporting professionals, students, and individuals navigating complex life transitions.
When Anxiety Starts Taking Over
Many people arrive at therapy after realizing anxiety has quietly begun shaping their lives.
You may recognize experiences like:
Avoiding situations that once felt manageable
Struggling to calm your mind even when nothing is immediately wrong
Holding yourself to extremely high standards that increase stress
Feeling stuck between wanting change and not knowing how to begin
Anxiety can be exhausting, but it does not have to remain in control.
When Anxiety Starts Taking Over
Many people arrive at therapy after realizing anxiety has quietly begun shaping their lives.
You may recognize experiences like:
Avoiding situations that once felt manageable
Struggling to calm your mind even when nothing is immediately wrong
Holding yourself to extremely high standards that increase stress
Feeling stuck between wanting change and not knowing how to begin
Anxiety can be exhausting, but it does not have to remain in control.
A Thoughtful Approach Makes the Difference
That’s where a structured, evidence-based, and collaborative approach matters.Therapy at Clear Mind Counseling is designed to help you understand what is driving your anxiety and develop skills that support real change, not just short-term relief.
How Therapy Works Here
Therapy here follows a structured, collaborative process designed to build clarity, practical skills, and steady, lasting confidence over time.
Clear Focus
Sessions are guided by your goals, concerns, and daily realities.
Evidence-Based Care
Methods grounded in well-researched, effective treatments for anxiety.
Individualized Strategies
Tools adapted to how you think, feel, and live.
Steady Progress
Change that respects your pace and builds lasting confidence.
Experience That Shapes the Work
Lucia’s background includes years of work in educational settings supporting students with learning differences and ADHD at schools such as The Lewis School of Princeton and Newgrange School.
She was also a founding member and long-time school counselor at The Bridge Academy, where she supported students for over a decade. This work deeply informed her understanding of the connection between anxiety, self-esteem, and learning differences, and ultimately shaped her decision to focus her practice on anxiety treatment.
A Cross-Cultural Perspective
Lucia brings a strong cross-cultural lens to therapy. She has lived in England and France and traveled extensively throughout Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and the Caribbean.
In New Jersey, she works closely with immigrants and first-generation Americans, helping individuals explore how anxiety can emerge from cultural transitions, identity stress, and value conflicts.
Conflicting guidance about what is required
Unclear inspection expectations across jurisdictions
Documentation gaps discovered too late
Last-minute scrambles before inspections or closings
Delays caused by incomplete or outdated records
By the time an issue is visible, timelines are usually tight and options are limited.
Treatment Specializations
Therapy at Clear Mind Counseling of Princeton supports individuals experiencing:
Anxiety
Panic attacks
Social anxiety
Phobias
Exposure-based therapy needs
Depression
Each area is approached with clarity, respect, and individualized care.
What Colleagues Share
Colleagues describe Lucia as compassionate, experienced, and deeply committed to helping clients navigate anxiety with clarity, warmth, and steady guidance.
“Lucia is a very enthusiastic and caring therapist. She helps clients feel at ease while addressing complex challenges.”
“Lucia is a caring professional who consistently seeks practical solutions to help individuals grow.”
“Highly compassionate and dedicated to providing quality care.”
“Warm, empathetic, experienced, and approachable.”
Therapy grounded in clarity, respect, and steady support
We provide thoughtful, steady support focused on clarity, respect, and practical strategies that help you move forward confidently.
You can expect:
Clear explanations and collaborative planning
Evidence-based strategies tailored to you
A calm, professional environment
We do not:
Rush the process
Minimize your experience
Apply one-size-fits-all solutions
Start With a Consultation
If anxiety has been limiting your life, the first step is a conversation.
A consultation allows you to:
Discuss what you are experiencing
Ask questions about therapy and approach
Gain clarity about next steps
Care provided by Clear Mind Counseling of Princeton
