Smita is the Director of Programs Development and co-owner of Still Waters Counseling, located in the Saline Commerce Center behind Tim Horton's in Saline. Smita is originally from India, getting her Bachelors and Masters Degrees from the University of Delhi. She came to the U.S. in 1993 and completed her Ph.D. at the University of Toledo. During her doctoral training, Smita specialized in marriage and family counseling. She has had her work published in professional journals and has given many workshops in the community. She is an active member of Saline Alive, the Saline Area Schools Community Mental Health Committee.

Smita enjoys working with a wide range of clients, including young children, couples, and families. She also regularly uses meditation and relaxation techniques in therapy, and facilitates an ongoing meditation group at Still Waters.

Smita is married and has a son who is a Senior at Saline High School. She also has 3 grown step-children. Smita and her husband Brian Pearson, Ph.D., own and manage the practice together. Through their hard work and dedication Still Waters Counseling has grown over the years and now has offices in 2 different cities - Saline and Adrian.

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