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Samantha Jakubowski

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

My therapy style is rooted in a person-centered approach, where I prioritize creating a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings. I believe that you are the expert of your own life and have the innate ability to navigate your path forward. By focusing on your strengths and resources, I aim to facilitate a collaborative process that empowers you to identify and implement practical solutions to the challenges you face. Together, we will work towards your goals, fostering resilience and self-discovery as you envision and create a fulfilling future.

My approach to therapy

In addition, my focus on solution-focused strategies encourages clients to identify their strengths and resources, helping them to set realistic goals and develop actionable steps toward achieving them. I facilitate discussions that highlight past successes and potential solutions, fostering a sense of empowerment and hope. Ultimately, my approach blends empathy, collaboration, and practical strategies to support clients in their journey of self-discovery and growth.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect to take away a sense of empowerment and clarity from our sessions together. They will gain valuable insights into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, helping them to better understand themselves and their experiences. Through our collaborative work, clients will identify their strengths and resources, equipping them with practical tools and strategies to navigate their challenges and pursue their goals.

Additionally, clients can anticipate developing a greater sense of resilience and self-efficacy, as they learn to recognize their capabilities and take proactive steps toward change. Each session will provide a safe space for reflection and growth, ultimately fostering a deeper connection to their own inner wisdom and potential for a fulfilling future.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Energetic, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Medaille College
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Infertility
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English