she/her
Samantha Sampath-Reynolds
LMHC
Location
Virtual, New YorkBryant Park, NYC
Insurance Accepted
UMR for Mount Sinai, Aetna
Communication Style
Action-oriented, Calming, Engaging, Exploratory, Open-minded
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.