“For the past 14 years I have had the pleasure of guiding young children and their families to heal, cope, learn and grow.”
Samantha is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor™ dedicated to promoting the mental health and overall wellness of children and their parents. With expertise in treating children, Samantha facilitates exploration, expression, and resolution of challenging emotional and behavioral issues that may have seemed insurmountable. Her approach emphasizes strength-building, aiming not only to address problematic symptoms but also to foster genuine self-confidence, self-reliance, and healthier relationships in children. Whether engaging with a child, providing parent coaching, or leading a parenting group, Samantha cultivates a serene and inclusive atmosphere, free of judgment.
Meet Samantha
Credentials
My Training
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™
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Qualified Supervisor for Social Work Interns Seeking Licensure
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Specialized Training in Adlerian Play Therapy
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Specialized Training in Child-Centered Play Therapy
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Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) Rostered Clinician
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Circle of Security® Parenting Group Facilitator
“As a Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor™, I have the unique skills to understand the inner-world of a young child.”
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Challenging Behaviors
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Trauma
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Aggression
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Stressful Experiences
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Tantrums
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Loss / Grief
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Anxiety / Fears
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Social Issues
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Excessive Sadness
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Parenting Skills
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Self-Esteem Challenges
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Adjustment Issues
I Can Help With
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Samantha has been a lifeline for our family. With her guidance, we've seen remarkable improvements in our child's behavior and emotional well-being. We couldn't recommend her highly enough!
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
Our daughter was struggling so much and we were feeling lost. Samantha helped her and our family so much through this really challenging time.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
After seeing a few different therapists with little success, my son immediately clicked with Samantha! He looks forward to coming to therapy each week.
Get in touch
We are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to serve and support our community.
Our office is open from Monday-Friday 9am-5pm EST. If you prefer to email us or fill out the Contact form, we will respond within the next business day.
New clients receive a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Samantha: (954) 593-0510
Emerald Village Professional Plaza
3860 Sheridan Street, Suite C
Hollywood, FL 33021