Samantha Brown, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Samantha!

Welcome. I provide a supportive, collaborative space where we can explore emotions, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and take meaningful steps toward becoming your most authentic and fulfilled self.

My focus

I enjoy working with adults who are curious about themselves and motivated to better understand their thoughts, emotions, and patterns. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, a major life transition, or simply feeling stuck, I provide a supportive space to explore what's happening and help build toward the life you are wanting.

My approach

I take a flexible, individualized approach to therapy, meeting you where you are and adapting our work to your unique needs and goals. Grounded in compassion and evidence-based practices, I also integrate core components of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) into my practice.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, curious, and collaborative. My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel comfortable exploring difficult thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I use metaphors, analogies, and real-life examples to make complex concepts more accessible and meaningful.

My goals for you

Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all process, and neither are treatment goals. We'll work together to create goals that feel important and achievable to you, while remaining flexible as your understanding of yourself grows. Throughout our work, we'll check in regularly and adapt our approach as needed.

Our first session

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a foundation for our work together. We'll talk about the concerns bringing you in, the goals you'd like to work toward, and the strengths you've already developed along the way. We'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science (MS) in Counseling from Marriage and Family Therapy - California State University, Fullerton.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Samantha Brown