- Practical behavior change
- Trauma informed
- Relationship support
About Samantha
She brings 11 years of experience working with concerns such as trauma and abuse, depression, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, and low self-esteem. Her practice also addresses bipolar mood challenges and a range of related problems including codependency, substance-related disorders, and communication struggles.
In sessions Samantha uses practical, goal-oriented methods to help people change patterns that cause distress. She emphasizes building rapport and tailoring conversations and plans to fit each person’s needs. That means setting concrete steps and practicing everyday skills between meetings.
People can expect clear explanations, focused exercises, and help breaking big problems into smaller steps. Samantha encourages active participation and checks in on progress as therapy moves forward.
She works with issues that touch identity and relationships, including LGBT concerns, family problems, and intimacy-related worries. Her approach is collaborative and direct, aimed at helping people regain steadiness in daily life and improve how they think about challenges.
Areas of expertise
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
How specific approaches can guide online work
CBT helps people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and daily habits that feed anxiety or low mood. It uses simple exercises and practical homework to shift how someone responds to stress and urges.DBT offers skills for managing strong emotions and improving communication. It focuses on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer interactions when relationships feel strained.
EMDR targets the ways upsetting memories are stored so they cause less distress in everyday life. It is commonly used when trauma or past events continue to affect mood, sleep, and relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and help choose the approaches that fit best. This is a collaborative process that can be adjusted over time as needs change.
Confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Many people find it simpler to practice skills between appointments when therapy fits naturally into their weekly routine.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Samantha address?
Samantha works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, and intimacy-related issues. She also supports people facing bipolar mood concerns, anger, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is practical and focused on changing thoughts and everyday habits. Sessions emphasize clear steps, skills practice, and collaboration on goals.
What is her clinical background?
She has 11 years of experience working in the mental health field, with a strong background in addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and she practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current session options when you book to ensure they match your needs.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.