Samantha Cote, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Samantha!

I focus on a client-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative approach to therapy to help make progress toward feeling better.

My focus

I've worked with families, couples, individuals, teens, and children. Whether you are experiencing relationship difficulties, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, substance use, anger issues, or anything that life throws at you, I believe we can find the tools to navigate it together.

My approach

The foundation of my approach involves client-centered, solution-focused, trauma-informed, and strength-based perspectives. I use an integrated approach that includes different tools from a variety of therapeutic techniques because it's important to recognize that we are all unique.

My communication style

I value honesty, authenticity, kindness, and humor in my communication with others. These are the things I try to bring into every session. Most importantly, I want you to feel comfortable and safe to share in a non-judgmental environment.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by a deep commitment to helping others navigate life's challenges. I believe in the power of connection and the importance of creating a space where people feel heard and understood.

My goals for you

I believe the best approach to setting goals is to work together to identify what is important to you. You know yourself better than anyone, and I want you to have the confidence and security to be able to meet your goals for therapy, whatever those may be.

Our first session

I want to take the time during our first session to get to know you and what brought you to therapy. We will use the first session to build a strong therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe sharing what you need to process feelings and learn the tools to meet your goals.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

Impulse Control Disorders

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

LGBTQIA+

Sex Worker

Sex-Positive/Kink

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Psychology from California State University Stanislaus.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Samantha Cote