Samantha Embrick LCSW

Like many other therapists, I was drawn to this field after my own experience benefitting from therapy. I identify as a person with lived experience with mental health, and my journey brought me to using my sensitivity and empathy to support others in therapy. I use many of the coping skills that I teach, because I believe it's so important that I don't ask clients to try coping skills that I haven't already tried/used myself! As a person with lived experience, I understand how hard it can be to reach out and show up to therapy. If you are considering therapy, I encourage you to call ((510)408-7213) or email me at [email protected]. I look forward to chatting with you!

As a therapist located in the Bay Area, I notice many of my clients (both teens and adults) struggle with themes of perfectionism, burnout, and productivity anxiety. The tech industry and high performance expectations in this area can be so challenging and oftentimes, clients come to me feeling like they can't keep up with these societal demands. In some ways, even the idea of "self-care" has been turned into a productivity competition! These themes have led me to develop an interest in supporting clients in learning how to take a break, incorporating self-compassion, and challenging those patterns and expectations.

• California, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 128202

I received my Master of Social Work from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis, with an emphasis on mental health and sexual health/education. I completed my practicum working with new parents at a hospital, supporting them in education and treatment of perinatal mental health. Postgrad, I spent time working in a comprehensive DBT program, providing individual and group therapy for teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety, bpd, and life-threatening behaviors. Because of these experiences, I have a wide-range of experience supporting teens and adults in a variety of mental health concerns. My therapy approach incorporates a evidence-based practices, including a focus on cognitive behavior therapy, DBT skills, and mindfulness. A session with me might include learning some coping skills, challenging unhelpful thought patterns, laughter & humor, and a nonjudgmental space to process and experience your emotions. I have additional trainings in acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention.