On life’s journey we are constantly growing and developing. Whether young or old, life is a journey that usually entail efforts of trying to understand divine will. We often question our purpose in life, especially during challenging times. To keep it real, in many cultures/communities, such as the African American (Black) community, we might have been taught to either “pray” about our situations, issues, and emotions or “suck it up and keep it moving.” This can create negative energies such as anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, and other mental health issues that need to be addressed in a healthy manner.
I can support you on your journey to combat these energies. My approach to counseling is eclectic, a mixture of therapeutic approaches in a safe space. Together, we will utilize mental health education to understand what might be going on, coping skills to manage emotions, and strategies to assist with moving forward on life's journey.
My name is Samantha Givens Stringer, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I have worked with youths, adults, the elderly, veterans, church groups, and families as they struggled with conflicts, life transitions, mental health, and substance use related issues. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey to inner healing and bringing life back into the soul.
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Emptiness, Family Problems, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Military and Veterans Issues, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LMHC 011197
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Samantha Stringer. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Samantha is a God send. She has honestly mad me more comfortable with opening up and expressing myself. She has taught me some coping skills to help me along my journey. It’s only been 3 months and I’ve felt like I’ve grown so much. My anxiety and depression aren’t as bad. I’m so thankful for her.
Written on Oct 10, 2022 after therapy with Samantha for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Samantha has been tremendous helpful!
Written on Jul 26, 2022 after therapy with Samantha for 6 months on issues concerning depression, coping with life changes, anger management, and grief
This is my first time in therapy, MD Stringer made it easy to open up about my issues. I feel comfortable sharing my thoughts and feelings and she gives very good feedback. I look forward to more sessions with her.
Written on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Samantha for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
Very understanding, listens and responds appropriately
Written on Mar 14, 2022 after therapy with Samantha for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
Samantha is an excellent therapist. She is not only attentive and supportive, but is also very knowledgeable on various subjects of mental health. I find it very easy to start a conversation with her and highly recommend her.
Written on Jan 26, 2022 after therapy with Samantha for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and anger management
Samantha is quickly becoming a truly integral person in my journey through life. I felt a connection with her from the very start. She understands me and she genuinely responds with advice and comments that have helped me thus far. I foresee continuing to visit with Samantha in my future.
Written on Jan 13, 2022 after therapy with Samantha for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management