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Samantha Sampath-Reynolds

LMHC

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Location

Virtual, New YorkBryant Park, NYC

Insurance Accepted

UMR for Mount Sinai, Aetna

Communication Style

Action-oriented, Calming, Engaging, Exploratory, Open-minded

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Focus areas

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Cultural Issues/Racial Stress, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues

Experienced with

BIPOC, Black community, Immigrants

Years of Experience

4+

License number

#10603

Therapy style

I know personally that therapy may be difficult and uncomfortable, especially in the beginning. When I first sit with someone, I genuinely thank them for showing up, both for themselves, and for the therapeutic relationship we’ll work to develop. I want us to explore how your thoughts and feelings impact your behaviors, how your past experiences have shaped the way you relate to others and how you communicate. I want to celebrate progress with you, and to create a safe space for when you need more support. I also enjoy incorporating psychoeducation to assist with applying and understanding the concepts and techniques we talk about in session to your everyday life. On an individual level, I want the client to develop trust and compassion in themselves. On a larger scale, my goal is to normalize mental health, especially for populations who’ve had limited access and face stigmatization for seeking support.

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Relational
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Education

BA - Psychology, Hunter College M.S.Ed. - Mental Health Counseling, The City College of New York

Interests

Dancing as a way to connect to my body and culture, running, re-reading/watching Harry Potter books and movies, looking up tiny houses and home improvement projects, walking long distances, and trying as many different types of coffee and chocolate possible.