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Florida Therapist Fatally Stabbed by Former Client
21 Jan
Summary
- Therapist Rebecca White, 44, was fatally stabbed by a former client.
- The attacker, Michael Smith, also stabbed one of White's patients.
- Smith, 39, was found dead hours later, believed to have died by suicide.
A tragic incident unfolded in Florida where therapist Rebecca White, 44, was fatally stabbed by a former client, Michael Smith, 39. The attack occurred Monday night when Smith allegedly forced his way into White's office, demanding a session.
During the altercation, Smith also attacked one of White's patients who had attempted to call 911. While White succumbed to her injuries, the patient is expected to recover.
Authorities discovered Smith dead just hours later on Tuesday morning; the Orange County Sheriff's Office believes he took his own life. Legal records suggest Smith had a prior criminal history.
White, the founder of Down to Earth Therapy Solutions, specialized in individual, couples, and sex therapy, aiming to create a judgment-free environment for her clients. Her death has sent shockwaves through the community, with many expressing their profound grief and appreciation for her work.
