Samantha Evans , LPCC

Samantha Evans is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Minnesota who brings a practical, strengths-focused approach to therapy. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Bemidji State University in 2012 and completed a graduate degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at St. Cloud State University in 2016. Early in her career she managed group homes and adult foster care settings serving people with behavioral and developmental disabilities, which shaped her understanding of individualized care and community supports.

After graduate school Samantha worked in school-based roles as a CTSS practitioner and later provided ARMHS services before becoming a Mental Health Professional and clinical trainee in 2018. Between 2018 and 2021 she provided individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and some young adults across school, office, and online settings. She also led individual and group therapy for teenagers at a local juvenile detention center for eight months and has experience with crisis response, offering assessments and stabilization services.

Her clinical interests center on anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationship and family concerns, grief, anger, ADHD, and life transitions. She holds national certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a structured approach for working with trauma-related symptoms. Samantha describes her therapeutic style as laid back and strengths based, helping individuals identify and apply their strengths to everyday challenges. She currently works as an adult mental health case manager and has expressed enthusiasm about returning to online therapy following a brief hiatus.

Online therapeutic approaches and what to expect

Samantha uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a collaborative space where the client's goals and perspectives guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and building on personal strengths, which can be helpful for self-esteem, relationship concerns, and navigating life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another core approach she uses. CBT helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and many day-to-day coping challenges.

Mindfulness Therapy complements these methods by introducing present-moment awareness and skills to manage stress and emotional reactivity. Mindfulness practices can support attention, emotional regulation, and stress reduction.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Samantha works with each person to explore what fits their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods over time to find the best therapeutic match.

Online therapy with Samantha is offered through flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, access care from home, and maintain continuity of support across different circumstances.