Dedra L. Smith, LSW, LICDC

Social Worker

A social worker is a person who is qualified by a Social Work degree, and licensed, certified or registered by the state as a social worker to practice within the scope of that license. A social worker provides assistance and counseling to clients and their families who are dealing with social, emotional and environmental problems. Social work services may be rendered to individuals, families, groups, and the public.

Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselor

Mrs. Dedra L. Smith is an Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselor in Columbus, OH with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating addiction and mental health disorders responsible for addiction. As an Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselor, Dedra L. Smith, LSW, LICDC performs diagnosis and treatment of addiction to alcohol and drugs. Addiction / Substance Abuse Counseling is a medical specialty dedicated to researching and treating all types of substance addiction disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselors include alcohol and drug addiction. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Addiction / Substance Abuse Counselors include conducting patient interviews, administering drug tests, creating treatment plans, participating in therapy sessions, and referring patients to other medical specialists as needed.