Journey to Balance and Wellness

Welcome to Paulette Simone & Associates (PS&A), where our mission focuses on promoting mental, physical, and spiritual harmony. I am Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C, and I've dedicated over a decade to specializing in adolescent and family wellness. Founded in 2019, PS&A is a Maryland-based mental health counseling company serving adults and families seeking stability and well-being in their daily lives.

At PS&A, evidence-based practices and holistic therapy support health and healing. We believe in everyone's innate power to heal and find balance within themselves. In addition to our counseling services, we provide consultations and supervision for Licensed Social Workers and Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists, fostering professional growth and excellence in practice.

Our mission—and our promise at PS&A—is to guide you toward achieving homeostasis, a state where your physical, mental, and spiritual health are in harmony. Thank you for trusting us on your path to wellness. Together, we can unlock the doors to a healthier, more balanced life.

Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C

Take Part in a Groundbreaking Study on Medical Cannabis + Mindfulness

We’re inviting adults to participate in an important research study focused on understanding the relationship between mindfulness practices and the therapeutic use of medical cannabis. Your participation will help researchers gain valuable insight into how people navigate wellness, pain management, and daily mental health using these tools.

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  • Contribute to meaningful research that may support future patient care

  • Learn more about mindfulness techniques during the process

  • Share your lived experience in a confidential environment

  • Flexible participation options depending on your availability

  • No prior mindfulness experience required

Key Points / Benefits for Participants:

  • 10–15 minutes of online written reflections weekly (or at least twice per month) for approximately 6 weeks to 3 months

  • Once per month: a short “Insights & Guidance” check-in about how you’d prefer clinicians to discuss medical cannabis and mindfulness

  • All activities are virtual and completed through a secure link

What You’ll Do:

Reconnect with yourself.

Find Quiet Moments in a Busy World

Listen to Guided Meditations on Insight Timer

Continue your mindfulness journey with my guided meditations on Insight Timer, one of the world’s most loved meditation platforms. Whether you’re looking to start your morning with clarity, unwind after a long day, or simply reconnect with your breath, these sessions will gently support your wellbeing.

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“"You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them."

- Maya Angelou