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Sam Darrow

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC (they, them)

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Available both in-person and online
11261 Tallmadge Woods Drive Grand Rapids, MI 49534
Sam Darrow (they/them/theirs) is a nationally certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) They received their Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Western Michigan University. They provide counseling to individuals ages 16 and older, couples, and families.
As a queer, neurodivergent, non-binary counselor, Sam knows how important it is to receive affirming healthcare. Sam is passionate about their work with clients under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella, including those who are experiencing gender dysphoria. Sam is trained to provide WPATH letters of support to clients in need of transition services.
Additionally, Sam enjoys working with clients who have experienced trauma, anxiety, monogamous and polyamorous relationship issues, family conflict, and life transitions. They are available via telehealth Monday–Thursday 10am-5pm.
Call or Sam Darrow now for a free 15 minute consultation - (616) 523-3534

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Key2Happiness Counseling

11261 Tallmadge Woods Drive

Grand Rapids, MI 49534 map

(616) 523-3534
I am available Monday through Friday 10am-3pm. Friday is online only.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Transgender and Polyamory & ENM 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (616) 523-3534
Photo of Sam Darrow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Key2Happiness Counseling

11261 Tallmadge Woods Drive

Grand Rapids, MI 49534 map

(616) 523-3534
I am available Monday through Friday 10am-3pm. Friday is online only.
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Transgender and Polyamory & ENM 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cash Pay
  • Priority Health
  • Out of Network
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I have wonderful billers who are able to navigate the complexities of insurance. I offer a sliding scale to those who do not have insurance.
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Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 523-3534
"
I have wonderful billers who are able to navigate the complexities of insurance. I offer a sliding scale to those who do not have insurance.
Photo of Sam Darrow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 523-3534

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Michigan / 6401225196 Samantha Darrow
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Attended Western Michigan University, MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling , Graduated 2021
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I am a fully licensed provider.
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Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 523-3534
"
I am a fully licensed provider.
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Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (616) 523-3534

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Transgender
  • Polyamory & ENM

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pet Grief
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (616) 523-3534
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Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (616) 523-3534

3 Endorsements

Kyle Handrich
Kyle Handrich
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Sam is intentional about providing an inclusive space where individuals can experience vulnerability in a safe way.
Sandi Stasko
Sandi Stasko
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPC
Sam is not only an incredible counselor, they are an amazing human. They are sincere and genuine in all they do. Sam will walk along side you through any challenge you face!
Matthew C. Orlando
Matthew C. Orlando
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCNCC
Sam is a thoughtful, empathetic, and skilled therapist. They bring compassion, insight, and deep care to their work with those seeking affirming mental health care. I highly recommend them for their compassion, warmth, expertise, and authenticity.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • DBT Informed
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Feminist
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Person-Centered
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
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Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (616) 523-3534
Photo of Sam Darrow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (616) 523-3534

Location

Primary Location

Key2Happiness Counseling

11261 Tallmadge Woods Drive

Grand Rapids, MI 49534

(616) 523-3534
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I am available Monday through Friday 10am-3pm. Friday is online only.
Photo of Sam Darrow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 523-3534
"
I am available Monday through Friday 10am-3pm. Friday is online only.
Photo of Sam Darrow, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Sam Darrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (616) 523-3534