Samantha
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
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Available both in-person and online
286 5th Avenue (30th and 5th Avenue) New York, NY 10001
For many, the ways we learned to survive difficult life experiences or relationship dynamics become the very things that hold us back today. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by old patterns or facing a big life transition, I’m here to help. I offer a warm and active space (both in-person and remote) to help you break unhelpful cycles and discover new ways of connecting. My practice blends insight-oriented talk therapy (psychodynamic) with practical coping tools (DBT, mindfulness) and creative processing (sandplay) tailored to what you need.
I also offer long and short term EMDR for individuals looking to supplement current therapy.
My approach is collaborative and grounded in trust, and helps you gain clarity and create meaningful change. I explore how cultural, societal, and systemic influences shape self-perception and relationships, with specialized experience working with the AAPI community, biracial/multiracial individuals, and transracial adoptees.
I approach all of my clients with empathy and authenticity, and work to meet you where you are in the therapy process. I'm a believer in building on your inherent strengths, inviting joy and humor into sessions when appropriate, and celebrating your wins. Please contact me if you are interested in working towards your goals together.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Couple Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
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Samantha Waldman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 010914 Samantha Waldman
- Attended Teachers College, Columbia University
- Certificate from Trained Functional Family Therapist
- Certificate from Trained EMDR Therapist
Education and Years In Practice
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Samantha Waldman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Codependency
- Trauma and PTSD
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Adoption
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Family Conflict
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Women's Issues
Samantha Waldman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
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Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
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Asian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Asian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- EMDR
- Existential
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Sandplay
- Strength-Based
Samantha Waldman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
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Samantha Waldman
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA