Samantha Blackwell, LCSW, LISW
Affirming, holistic therapy for life’s toughest transitions
- Trauma informed support
- Person centered care
- Skills for emotional resilience
About Samantha Blackwell
Samantha Blackwell, LCSW, LISW, is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience providing therapy for people navigating complex emotions and challenging life circumstances. Based in Ohio, she focuses on creating a compassionate, affirming space where clients can feel supported as they work through concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship or interpersonal difficulties.
Her work is grounded in a holistic, person-centered perspective that helps clients strengthen self-understanding, communication, and emotional resilience. She supports individuals facing major life transitions, workplace stress, shifting relationship dynamics, and questions related to personal identity, with an emphasis on practical growth and sustainable coping.
Samantha is committed to culturally responsive care that respects each person’s unique background and lived experience. Whether someone is dealing with social anxiety, working through the impact of past experiences, or seeking deeper self-connection, she collaborates with clients to identify strengths, build emotional skills, and develop insight that can guide meaningful change and improved well-being.
Her work is grounded in a holistic, person-centered perspective that helps clients strengthen self-understanding, communication, and emotional resilience. She supports individuals facing major life transitions, workplace stress, shifting relationship dynamics, and questions related to personal identity, with an emphasis on practical growth and sustainable coping.
Samantha is committed to culturally responsive care that respects each person’s unique background and lived experience. Whether someone is dealing with social anxiety, working through the impact of past experiences, or seeking deeper self-connection, she collaborates with clients to identify strengths, build emotional skills, and develop insight that can guide meaningful change and improved well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Samantha Blackwell have?
Samantha Blackwell has 20 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients navigating a range of emotional and life challenges.
Is Samantha Blackwell a licensed therapist?
Yes. Samantha Blackwell is licensed and holds the credentials LCSW and LISW. License details include OR LCSW L14937 and OH LISW I.1000111-SUPV.
In which languages does Samantha Blackwell provide therapy?
Samantha Blackwell provides therapy in English.
Where is Samantha Blackwell located?
Samantha Blackwell is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Samantha Blackwell as my therapist?
You can work with Samantha Blackwell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what works best for your needs and schedule.
Does Samantha Blackwell work with international clients?
No. Samantha Blackwell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Samantha Blackwell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire designed to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions
In online therapy, Samantha Blackwell draws from approaches that can be practical and easy to apply between sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and actions, then building strategies to respond differently - a helpful fit for concerns like anxiety, stress, and mood-related challenges.She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills, which emphasize emotional regulation, coping in moments of distress, and improving communication. These tools can be especially useful when relationships feel strained or emotions feel hard to manage.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports clients in making room for difficult thoughts or feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. It can be a grounding option for people navigating life transitions, grief, or ongoing stressors.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Samantha works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that fit their situation and pace.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in a format that fits real life.
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