Jermia Smith-Johnson, LMHC-QS, EMDR-Trained
Licensed Mental Health Counselor | Clinical Supervisor | Founder of The Be Centre
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I don’t know what else to do?”
You’re the person everyone depends on. The one who gets things done, figures things out, and somehow manages to keep everything moving, even when you’re running on empty.
From the outside, you may look like you have it all together. You’re successful, driven, responsible, and used to pushing through whatever life throws your way. But who’s checking on you?
Maybe you’re exhausted from always being the strong one. Maybe you’re struggling in your relationships, feeling disconnected from yourself, or realizing that the same mindset that helped you succeed isn’t necessarily helping you find peace.
And maybe, for once, you’re ready to figure out what you need.
Well, maybe I can help!
I’ve always believed therapy should feel like a real conversation. Not a one-sided experience where someone simply nods and asks how you feel for an hour. I’m as real as it gets, and I believe genuine connection is one of the most important parts of meaningful therapeutic work.
With over a decade of experience, I’ve worked with individuals navigating trauma, relationships, emotional challenges, identity, and major life transitions. I’m especially passionate about supporting high-achieving individuals, professionals, men, people of color, and athletes who are accustomed to performing, producing, and showing up for everyone else, sometimes at the expense of themselves.
Because being successful doesn’t mean you’re fulfilled. Being strong doesn’t mean you’re unaffected. And being capable of handling everything doesn’t mean you should have to.
My Philosophy
Therapy that feels human.
I believe there’s more than one path to a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life. My approach is conversational, collaborative, and grounded in helping people better understand themselves.
Sometimes that means identifying patterns you’ve carried for years. Other times, it’s learning how to set boundaries without guilt, communicate more effectively, navigate difficult relationships, or separate your identity from what you accomplish.
And yes, sometimes it means having an uncomfortable conversation about the things you’ve been avoiding.
I’m not here to tell you who to be. I’m here to help you recognize your strengths, challenge what may no longer be serving you, and develop the confidence to make meaningful changes.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before coming to therapy. That’s part of why we’re here.
Beyond the Therapy Room
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and founder of The Be Centre for Mental Health & Wellness, my passion extends beyond working directly with clients.
I’m also a clinical supervisor who enjoys mentoring and developing emerging therapists, helping them build confidence in their clinical skills while discovering their own authentic approaches to care.
I created The Be Centre around a simple belief: people deserve to feel genuinely connected to the person sitting across from them.
Today, that philosophy continues through our growing team of clinicians, each bringing their own strengths, experiences, and perspectives to the therapeutic process.
You spend so much time showing up for everyone else. Maybe it’s time to show up for yourself.
Let’s get real!
Education & Professional Training
Education
Bachelor of Science in Family and Child Sciences — Florida State University
Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling — Argosy University
Training & Credentials
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Florida
Florida Board-Approved Qualified Supervisor for Mental Health Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy
EMDR Trained
Professional Associations
Florida Counseling Association
American Counseling Association
Association for Applied Sport Psychology