Licenses & Training: I hold a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Walden University. I hold a Master of Science degree in Health Education and Promotion from Walden University. I am currently licensed in the state of New York (LMHC) Presently, I work as a Program Director for residential treatment services for clients impacted by substance and mental health challenges. Along with my formal education, I have 23 years' experience working within various modalities, providing me with skills to utilize techniques and interventions from Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, Expressive Therapy, Solution Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing., etc. Frequently addressed issues in treatment may include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, abuse, life transition problems, general stressors, self-esteem issues, dysfunctional patterns of behavior, etc. I am also a member of the American Counseling Association.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Our first session will consist of you telling me briefly about yourself, why are you seeking therapy, and what do you think you want to achieve out of therapy.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

My greatest strength is recognizing the characteristics of each individual and how does that characteristic support the individual in becoming a better version of themselves.

Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.

Counseling Approach: I believe in the therapeutic process and relationship. I am passionate about creating a safe place for my clients, in which he or she can experience authentic self-expression, validation, self-worth, and motivation toward positive change. In therapy, we will work together as a team. I typically approach counseling sessions with a solution-focused mindset, meaning we don’t simply focus on the problem, but we problem-solve together and often set goals for the following session. Also, I am an “integrative therapist,” which means that I draw from various treatment modalities to choose techniques and interventions best suited to your individual needs. There is no “one size fits all” treatment. My joy in counseling comes from facilitating a conversation during which you can identify your strengths, set your own goals, and take your steps toward positive change. You become empowered as you gain awareness of your capacity for change. Your participation throughout the entire therapeutic process is vital for success. My role, as your therapist, is to challenge you, provoke insight, teach new skills, and encourage you to explore the choices you have available to you in your current situation, so that you may learn to act and think more helpfully.

About Jacqueline Samuels

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