The Naomi Center

Devora Schmell, LMSW is a licensed therapist who received her degree from Wurzweiler School of Social Work. Devora has experience providing individual therapy to children and adolescents in both clinic and school settings. She has also facilitated weekly groups to promote social-emotional learning and skill-building. Devora has a strong background in leadership and administration which helps her advocate for her clients and work from a systems-perspective. Devora works collaboratively with her clients to help them reach their goals, deepen their understanding of themselves, and empower them to succeed.  She operates from a strength-based perspective, believing that every person has their own unique ability and inner resources they can tap into. She integrates various therapeutic modalities within her work, and specializes in managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and increasing emotional regulation.