My primary mission is to empower people to find peace within themselves.

To help fulfill this mission I strive to teach you how to support yourself with your personal health, wellness, life goals and purpose. I specifically plan to:

· Coach you with techniques to allow you to build your own skill and knowledge base so you may be able to move yourself forward in life.

· Build your wisdom and internal healing through shamanic practice.

· Provide those of you who have experienced trauma in your lives with support and insight to help you recover from the events of your past.

Personal History

Dr. Claudia Smarkola earned her Doctorate in Educational Psychology from Temple University. She is a Certified Trauma Support Specialist from the Arizona Trauma Institute. Dr. Smarkola is a Licensed Spiritual Healer, specializing in shamanic healings. She is also a Certified Life Coach. Dr. Smarkola is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), Society for the Psychology of Religion and Spirituality, and the APA Division of Trauma Psychology.

As I addressed the deepest corners of my existence, I learned how to work through my psychological issues and then moved forward to focus my healing efforts at the soul level. I studied with a shaman for several years to develop my spiritual healing abilities. Although I have experienced anguish from my own mental illness and traumas, I have found the strength to forge ahead clearing any negativity to find my life’s purpose as a healer and teacher. Combining my psychological and spiritual healing abilities I am able to work with you on your deepest issues, as I have worked on mine.

In addition to working with private clients, for the past eight years I have provided guidance for people with severe and persistent mental illness, addictions and trauma at a mental health agency. I hold dear to my heart helping people and consider it an honor to help you with any issues that may be holding you back in life to live in a calm place of well-being. I am open and non-judgmental in assisting you with any of your questions or concerns.

Mission Statement

Claudia Smarkola, Ph.D., LSH