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Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
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Samantha Lau

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP (she, her)

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4 Endorsed
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Let's Connect (805) 232-7756
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I provide personalized mental health care dedicated to helping women and individuals assigned female at birth reconnect with their full and vibrant selves. My approach is trauma-informed, hormone-informed, and psychedelic-informed integrating psychiatry, hormones, and consciousness work to support deep and lasting healing.
With over 15 years of clinical experience, I provide individualized psychiatric care, ketamine-assisted therapy, and group retreats. I specialize in treating PTSD, perimenopausal transitions, and the mind-body-spirit connection.
We understand that difficult emotions can feel like a tsunami. They make you feel unsafe and off balance keeping you away from joy. Together, we help you explore your feelings and then transform them into a powerful tool for shaping your growth. We care deeply that you get to live your life feeling most alive and empowered to achieve whatever you want.
Call or Samantha Lau now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 232-7756

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 232-7756

Pasadena, CA 91105

My website
All visits are conducted virtually via a HIPPA compliant video platform except ketamine assisted psychotherapy and ketamine injections.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (805) 232-7756
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 232-7756

Pasadena, CA 91105

My website
All visits are conducted virtually via a HIPPA compliant video platform except ketamine assisted psychotherapy and ketamine injections.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Depression and Anxiety 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Most insurance companies support you to see out of network providers. We can provide you a superbill for you to get reimbursement.
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 232-7756
"
Most insurance companies support you to see out of network providers. We can provide you a superbill for you to get reimbursement.
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 232-7756

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 20359 Samantha Lau
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Johns Hopkins University and UCLA
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy at Integrative Psychiatry Institute
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I believe in empowering you with precision medicine and short term therapy so you can feel better, work better and love better in life.
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 232-7756
"
I believe in empowering you with precision medicine and short term therapy so you can feel better, work better and love better in life.
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (805) 232-7756

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Ketamine Assisted Therapy
  • Ketamine Psychedelic Exploration
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
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Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (805) 232-7756
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (805) 232-7756

4 Endorsements

Christopher Restivo
Christopher Restivo
Marriage & Family TherapistMFT
I can't think of another clinician I trust more than Samantha.I've worked with many prescribers and she stands out from the crowd! Everyone I send her marvels at her vast knowledge wrapped in deeply felt compassion.Looking for KAP or med mgmt?Look no more!
Jennifer Sidhwa
Jennifer Sidhwa
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
I enthusiastically recommend Samantha for ketamine prescription management and KAP. Samantha is a trustworthy, warm, and empathetic clinician as well as a true expert in the ever-evolving field of ketamine and psychedelic assisted therapy.
Nicole Schumacher
Nicole Schumacher
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalAPCC
I have been honored to work alongside Samantha and experience firsthand her ability to hold space and facilitate movement. Samantha is a true healer and empath who provides uniquely comprehensive services for her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Cantonese

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Cantonese

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
  • Ketamine injections & at home sublingual ketamine
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (805) 232-7756
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (805) 232-7756

Location

Primary Location

Santa Barbara, CA 93101

(805) 232-7756

Additional Location

Pasadena, CA 91105

(805) 232-7756
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All visits are conducted virtually via a HIPPA compliant video platform except ketamine assisted psychotherapy and ketamine injections.
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 232-7756
"
All visits are conducted virtually via a HIPPA compliant video platform except ketamine assisted psychotherapy and ketamine injections.
Photo of Samantha Lau, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Samantha Lau
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 232-7756