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Samar H

LCPC (she/her)6 years of experience
5.0 (22)
Authentic
Open-minded
Warm

I believe that positive change can occur when we are given the space to explore the ways in which we cope with our life experiences. Seeking therapy is an honorable step towards living a more purposeful and balanced life. I prioritize creating a safe, caring, non-judgmental environment , which enables us to explore ourselves through our own unique story. My goal in therapy is to facilitate healing for individuals by looking at each person through a holistic, culturally sensitive, and strength-based lens. I am passionate about embracing inclusivity and working with diverse populations encompassing all backgrounds. My clinical experience includes community counseling/non-profit, college counseling, adolescent group therapy, and private practice settings. I have experience working with life-transitions , identity challenges & formation, anxiety, depression , LGBTQ+ related issues, and cultural & racial related challenges. I also work with activists and healers that need support during local and global crises. I employ a wide-range of approaches personalized to client’s needs with a person-centered , strengths-based , and mind-body foundation. Let’s unpack and process for a more fulfilling existence.

My goal is to facilitate healing through processing your past and present self by exploring your life experiences with a focus on identity, culture, and purpose.

First session

In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. There will be some questions about current status and some history/context for what brings you to therapy. This will help you and I create a tailored vision/plam for us to work through for future follow-up sessions.

Strengths

My work focuses on identity, with an emphasis on diversity affirming care , cultural understanding, strength-based, and solution-focused approaches where appropriate. I will meet you where you are at in your life-journey and proceed at your pace.

Ideal clients

Exploring identity, sexuality, spirituality/religion, and people who want to process life transitions , trauma, anxiety, and depression.

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Virtual sessions

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Reviews and ratings

5.0 rating (22)3 reviews
December 3, 2025

Love Love Samar. She is so authentic and great in helping me work through my thoughts and issues. Giving me suggestions for solutions that have helped.

Verified client, age 55-64Review shared after session 8 with Samar
September 17, 2025

I have reconnected several times with Samar across several insurance plans. Revisiting some issues and sharing new, has been a continued help!

Verified client, age 35-44Review shared after session 5 with Samar
April 16, 2025

Amazing therapist! Really knows how to get you to open up.

Verified client, age 35-44Review shared after session 5 with Samar

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