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Dr. Samantha Calvillo

Therapist(She/Her)
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a second-generation Latina dedicated to supporting Latinas/os in breaking generational cycles that no longer serve them. I am equally passionate about serving survivors of sexual assault and abuse. As a therapist, I aim to help individuals navigate life with intention, peace, and purpose.

My educational background informs my holistic approach: I hold a bachelor’s degree in Sociology, which provides a person-in-environment perspective; a master’s in Social Welfare, which reinforces my commitment to social justice; and a doctorate in Social Work, which enhances my clinical skills and my ability to incorporate research into practice.

I believe therapy should be both grounded in research and deeply compassionate. I leverage my clinical training to provide quality care and my lived experience to foster genuine connections with clients.

My approach to therapy

My approach is client-centered, collaborative, and rooted in evidence-based practices. I draw from research-supported modalities, including EMDR, the Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help you move toward your goals with clarity and purpose.

Your needs and voice will always guide our work. I believe therapy is most effective when you feel empowered, heard, and in control of the process. While you set the direction, I bring clinical expertise to ensure our sessions are intentional, structured, and focused on meaningful progress.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to leave our sessions feeling more empowered, grounded, and in tune with their needs. Through our work together, you’ll gain a stronger sense of self, skills to manage your symptoms, and a sense of hope.

About me

  • I identify as
    Latinx, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Participatory

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    DSW at University of Kentucky, MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of California, Los Angeles
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Anthem Blue Cross

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Depression, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    720 Wilshire Boulevard #204
    Santa Monica, CA 90401
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