Samantha Howard

(she/her)

Accepting Clients

Hello, I am a client-centered therapist in the Bay Area, California. I recognize the courage it takes to seeks support in your life journey.

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California

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Services

  • Individual

About My Clients

My clients seek therapy for further support in life transitions, career/school issues, relationship challenges, difficulty with family dynamics, and women issues.

My Background and Approach

My practice focuses on improving functionality with symptoms of depression and anxiety, relationship challenges, parenting difficulties, women issues and life transitions. I typically use therapeutic modalities that include but are not limited to Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Psychodynamic, Humanistic Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and adults in a wide range of settings. I can support you with compassion and empathy through your healing journey and am a strong believer that you are the expert of your life. As your therapist I will not try to "fix" you, but will support you in finding your right next step, process previous adverse experiences and create a self-regulation toolbox.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Through years of education and experience, I have found that we strive for and work very hard for perfection, even though perfection does not exist. Finding the courage to be vulnerable and build shame-resilience is foundational to your growth. I provide a space that promotes and encourages self-compassion in a world that teaches us to shame ourselves.

Techniques I Use

Other Techniques

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Issues I Treat

Other Issues

  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Child Issues
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Immigration/Acculturation
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Parenting
  • Pregnancy and Postpartum
  • Women's Issues

Qualifications

License
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, State of California · #113483
Years in practice
12 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 12 years of practice
  • Rate: $150 - 200/session

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