About Samantha

Samantha Sample, MS, LPC, CCTP

Welcome.  My name is Samantha and I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Texas and a certified clinical trauma professional.  My philosophy and approach to counseling is largely existential, experiential, and humanistic.  What this means is that I believe all people are inherently good; I place more importance on the person (and the larger context of their life) than the problem. I recognize the importance of interconnectedness to others and the world around us, but also acknowledge our unique and subjective experience as individuals.  I value freedom of choice, authenticity, and personal responsibility, and work to help my clients cultivate a sense of meaning and purpose. I work to deepen a felt sense of safety and see the quality of the therapeutic relationship as essential to lasting change; it is in relationships that we are wounded, and in relationships that we heal.  Therefore, I meet my clients with gentleness and empathy so they are seen, heard, and understood - so they are witnessed.  At the same time, I appreciate the value in being direct and speaking the words that are difficult to say.  I emphasize present moment experiencing and work to help my clients make healing, lasting repairs in the here and now. Although this is my general orientation to therapy, I integrate techniques from a variety of counseling approaches to meet my clients' individual needs.  My goal is to meet you where you are, respect your struggle and your needs, and help you grow to the degree you are ready and willing.  I am so glad you have made your way here, because it means you are fighting for yourself and for something meaningful.  I look forward to working with you on your journey of healing!