Samantha Ardelian
My goal is to help others help themselves to become the person they want to be. I’m very open-minded, non-judgmental, and caring. I specialize in DBT, CBT, ACT and trauma-focused evidenced based practices. Although I believe in an eclectic approach, and meeting my client where they're at. I want to create a safe space, that's non-judgmental for our work together. My passions are working with individuals struggling with depression, trauma, anxiety, ADHD, women's issues such as postpartum/perinatal, and advocating for those who are feeling stuck in abusive relationships of any kind. I tend to utilize humor as well. I find it to be a very healing coping skill. My biggest thing is focusing on the small things as well. I believe society forces us to look at the big things and if those don't happen right away, we give up really easily, due to instant gratification. We're all searching for that next big thing, when that small thing is right there in front of us and is just as important.
I specialize in DBT, CBT, and trauma-focused evidenced based practices.
First session
Our first session will be us getting to know each other and learning together, what you are wanting and how you would like to achieve your goals. It's important to develop a working relationship in order to make even just small progress. I want to be able to help you grow together.
Strengths
I believe one of my greatest strengths as a therapist is my ability to make clients feel welcomed and open to being themselves. I believe that if I can’t be myself in the sessions, how can I expect my clients to do the same?
Ideal clients
I work with anyone who is ready to start therapy. We all have to start somewhere and need that support to do so. I want people to know that therapy is a safe place. Sometimes we make mistakes and that’s okay, so we focus on learning from them! Our sessions are for you with no judgement and open to discover yourself and make changes.
Treatment methods
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
Focusing on solutions that can be easily obtained in a short period of time.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Focusing on how emotions, feelings, and behaviors intertwine with one another in our lives.
Eclectic
Moving between many other treatment methods as needed for the client.
Location
Virtual sessions