Credentials

Biography

Christine Smith, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist in private practice and the owner of Lightlist Psychological Services Inc. She has worked and trained in a variety of settings, including hospitals, VA medical centers, residential and outpatient eating disorder programs, college counseling centers, hospice and palliative care, nursing homes, primary care, urban juvenile justice, rural mental health, and substance use recovery. This breadth of experience allows her to tailor treatment to each client's unique needs and life circumstances.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Smith has taught undergraduate and graduate-level psychology courses, including individual psychotherapy and family therapy, at Boston University and other Boston-area institutions, where she served as an adjunct professor. 

She has also published work in a textbook and a peer-reviewed journal, provides consultation to other clinicians about the treatment of eating disorders, and conducts professional trainings and workshops on a variety of clinical topics (click here for a list of select past presentations).

Dr. Smith is a member of the American Psychological Association, the Massachusetts Psychological Association, the Society for Humanistic Psychology (Division 32), and APA Psychologists in Independent Practice (Division 42).

Prior to pursuing a career in clinical psychology, Dr. Smith spent six years working as a chemical engineer in the biotechnology industry. Her background in engineering, along with her experience changing careers, continues to inform her thoughtful, analytical, and compassionate approach to clinical work.

Education & Training

• Fellowship:

  • Harvard Medical School, Department of Psychiatry, Boston, MA 

  • McLean Hospital's Klarman Eating Disorders Center, Belmont, MA 

• APA-accredited Internship:

• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, White River Junction, VT

• Degrees:

• • Doctor of Psychology, William James College, Newton, MA

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, William James College, Newton, MA

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, Villanova University, Villanova, PA

Licensure

Dr. Smith is licensed to practice psychology in the following states:

• Massachusetts: Licensed Psychologist #11694

• New Hampshire: Licensed Psychologist #7195

• Vermont: Licensed Psychologist #048.0135408