About Samantha
Over 27 years of experience working with individuals , famine, groups, and organizations. Samantha is a Psychologist, Speaker, Best Selling Author, and Host of The Be Ruthless Show, a podcast dedicated to Making Noise and Breaking Stigmas. She helps people around the world turn their pain into their power by guiding them to be their true selves not who they think they need to be, by embracing their differences and recognizing that their perceived weaknesses are their biggest strengths, and by living life on their own terms. Samantha’s mission is to change the way the world views both grief and mental health, so people can speak about whatever issues they have and get the help they not only need but deserve without fear of judgment, labels, and repercussions Samantha is the proud founder of Griefhab, a 24/7 community open to anyone who has experienced a loss. After personally living through this, Sam realized just how much support she needed on a daily basis. She vowed to create these services so that others would have more support available in their times of need. In her free time, you can find Sam and her pups, Sassy and Dallas, on one of their outdoor adventures. They never miss an opportunity to explore their beautiful surroundings. Music fuels Sam’s soul, family means everything to her, and honoring her late husband, Jim, and making him proud gives her life daily purpose.
Office Location
Traverse City, Michigan
Get DirectionsCosts and Insurance
$20 - 200 per session
Sliding Scale
Out of Pocket
Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Health Alliance Plan (Michigan)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Optum
Physicians Health Plan Mid Michigan
Priority Health
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
I always knew I wanted to help others and I can’t imagine doing anything else. I continue because it’s part of who I am, not just what I do - and I’m extremely passionate about breaking stigmas and helping the world see therapy in a positive way.
For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?
Working on yourself is a sign of strength, not weakness. And you get to be in charge. Therapy can be whatever you want it to look like. Your voice matters.
What should people thinking about working with you, know about you?
I’m me - in or out of the office. You won’t get a different version of me. You can reach out anytime - because life happens outside of business hours! My only goal is for you to trust me.
What do therapy sessions with you look like?
It’s different with each person - because no two people are the same. Sessions look how you want them to look in order to trust me and get what you’re looking for out of working together.
How can you provide care remotely?
Phone calls and zoom sessions allow you to have appointments at your convenience. People report feeling safer and more comfortable opening up from their own homes than in an office. Under the weather? We can still meet remotely. I’ve had a decrease in missed or cancelled appointments when clients can attend remotely.
Interested in talking?
(248) 730-5544Office Location
Traverse City, Michigan
Get DirectionsCosts and Insurance
$20 - 200 per session
Sliding Scale
Out of Pocket
Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
Health Alliance Plan (Michigan)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Optum
Physicians Health Plan Mid Michigan
Priority Health
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare
Specialties
ADHD
Addiction
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Career Counseling
Approaches
Art Therapy
Coaching
Humanistic
Person-Centered
Play Therapy