Professional Bio
I am a warm and welcoming therapist that balances free-form processing and structured interventions to help you further empower your strengths while finding new insights and skills.
At a glance
State / Region of Licensure
Colorado
License
SWC
Populations Served
Adolescents (13-19), Adults, Older Adults
Sam may be a good fit if you are navigating:
Addiction
Anger
Anxiety
Chronic Illness/Pain
Depression
Gender Identity
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Men's Issues
Mindfulness and spirituality
Personality Disorders
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Challenges
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Suicidal Ideation
Work/Life Balance
Relationship Challenges
Self Esteem
Sam's therapeutic approach
Sam draws from approaches such as ACT, Somatic Experiencing. Sessions are shaped around the client’s goals, pace, lived experience, and the kind of support that feels most useful.
Approaches may include
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Buddhist psychology
Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Somatic Experiencing
Why I do this work
I am honored to ally with my clients’ wisdom and the forces of change in their life.
Best part of my job
I am always amazed to witness someone zooming out from old patterns and experiencing a new sense of freedom for their life.
Beyond the therapy room
I love hiking, drawing, meditating, playing D&D, and spending time with my boyfriend.
Favorite quote
“Just as the wind blowing back and forth controls the movement of a piece of cotton, so shall I be controlled by joy, and in this way accomplish everything” – Shantideva
Recommended resources
- Breathe you Are Alive by Thich Nhat Hanh
You don’t have to do this alone anymore. With the support of a highly trained therapist, you’ll soon have a path and roadmap out of your suffering, and each step of the way, you’ll be accompanied by a kind, dedicated guide.