Dr. Amber Samuels (She/Her)

PhD, LPC, NCC, CCC
Accepting Clients

Hi! I am so glad you're here. I believe therapy is most successful within the context of a strong therapeutic relationship.

Licensed Professional Counselor in District of Columbia

Services

About My Clients

As your therapist, I work to build an atmosphere that’s rooted in safety, openness, and mutual respect, in which you feel heard and understood. I am currently completing training in EMDR through the Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy, an approach that can help reduce the emotional intensity of traumatic experiences over time.

My Background and Approach

You know things need to change. Maybe it's a nagging feeling, or a wave of overwhelm that washes over you sometimes. Taking the first step to reach out for therapy can feel daunting, but I'm here to walk alongside you in your journey toward the change you want in your life. This might look like skill-building, emotional (re)processing, or a mix of both. Whether you are seeking relief from the impact of traumatic experiences, struggling with mental health concerns like anxiety or depression, or need support navigating life transitions (grief & loss, heartbreak, a new job), I’m committed to working with you to create positive and sustainable change in your life.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that no matter where you’re starting from—transformation is possible. I am a licensed and board-certified therapist. I also train and supervise student therapists as a college professor. In addition to sharing my mental health expertise in media outlets such as Forbes and the Associated Press, I actively teach, publish, and conduct research on mental health topics.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Trauma Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Integrative Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Relationship Issues
Other Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Men's Issues
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Oscar
  • Providence Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year
  • Languages: English

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