Dr Smalls really cares about my wellbeing!
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Luciana
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About Luciana
Luciana Smalls is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 7 years of experience in the mental health field. Luciana enjoys working with individuals, families, and couples dealing with stress, life challenges, grief, and communication challenges. She has diverse experience working with individuals and families with addiction, self-esteem, anxiety, foster care, kinship care, military families, medical challenges, stress, and time management.
Luciana completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Human Services at Springfield College, graduating with honors. She completed her Master of Science (MS) in Professional Mental Health Counseling at Webster University.
Luciana has a mission to help individuals create a healthy lifestyle from utilizing community resources, learning tools, becoming adaptive, and using assertive communication.

"I am here to provide support, teach skills, and assist you with navigating through life challenges."
What clients say
These testimonials are from real clients who completed a satisfaction survey after their sessions and agreed to share their feedback. Results may vary.
Dr Smalls really cares about my wellbeing!
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Luciana
I enjoyed everything about my session
A Thriveworks Client, verified client of Luciana
Get to know Luciana
Why did you decide to become a counselor?
I have a mission and passion to teach, advocate, and equip individuals and families with skills to manage/overcome challenges, and be the best version to teach and share with others.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I work best with clients that are willing to practice learned skills.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I am excited to work with individuals and families that are open minded and ready to make changes.
What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?
They are equipped with tools to manage challenges.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I want to work with a company that provide the best care to individuals and families.
What inspires you?
I am apart of individuals and families journeys for a better
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
A counselor listening with an open mind.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
I would like to gain an understand of what you need from me as a counselor and how I can meet your needs.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
I enjoy walking.
What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
My love for nature.
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 7 years
- Graduating institute
- Webster University
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Science in Professional Mental Health Counseling
