Samm Panos, LMFT — Therapist in Arizona

Hi there, I'm Samm!

I enjoy hearing people's stories and working with them to use their strengths to make their lives better.

My focus

I have worked with cancer patients, Alzheimer's, anxiety, substance abuse, domestic violence, adolescents, postpartum challenges, epilepsy, grief, work-related stress, divorce, LGBTQIA and transgender clients, and inner child work.

My approach

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, strengths-based approaches, short-term therapy, and family systems work to support clients in reaching their goals.

My communication style

I like to hear what the client's strengths are and build on those to help them look at possible solutions. I want the client to feel supported and have a relaxed therapeutic relationship.

My journey to mental healthcare

My father took us to Mexico and supplied families with food, shelter, and clothing, started a medical clinic, and provided an ambulance. He was a natural social worker, and I caught the bug.

My goals for you

I ask the client how I can help and how they will know when they no longer need counseling. What will be in their life and what will they be doing?

Our first session

I let the clients tell me about themselves, what brought them to counseling, and how I can help.

I identify as...

Non-binary
Caucasian or White
Interfaith

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Blind

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Non-Binary

Queer

Vegan

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Optum - Medicare Advantage
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Alignment Health Plan - Medicare Advantage
All Savers

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Masters of Arts (MA) in Public Health from Benedictine and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Counseling from Ottawa University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Samm Panos