Retd. Dr. Wendy Smith

Retd. Dr. Wendy Smith, a psychotherapist with 35+ years of experience, served as clinical professor and associate dean at USC’s Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. A champion for vulnerable youth in foster care and juvenile justice, her acclaimed book Youth Leaving Foster Care became a key graduate text. Honored for her work with youth-serving organizations, she now resides in Los Angeles, writing a compelling book on juvenile incarceration through personal interviews.