Samantha “Sam” Notaro

Asking for help is not always easy but you have taken the first step to getting support. It takes a lot of courage and bravery to reach out and embark on a journey of change.

Through this process, I use a person-centered approach and strengths-based approach when collaborating with clients for them to achieve their goals and feel like they are heard and valued. I always want to create a safe environment for my clients, where they feel like their stories can be told without any judgement and feel like they are able to feel empowered.

Clinical Experience

I have worked in the field of mental health since 2018. I have experience working with children, adolescents, military personnel and families, and adults in outpatient, residential, in-home, school-based settings, drug court, IOP, and PHP levels of care.  I am also a clinical supervisor as well and an ambassador for Project HEAL.

Therapeutic Approach

I utilize evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, ERP (exposure and response prevention therapy) and person-centered therapy within my therapy sessions. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, and mood disorders. I also have experience working with depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, and substance use.

Areas of Specialty

I am also trained in EMDR, ERP, DBT, eating disorder intuitive therapy, and family-based treatment for adolescents with anorexia nervosa, ARFID, and bulimia nervosa.

Body Image, Eating Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Trauma & PTSD

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Favorite Activities for Mindfulness and Self-Care

In my free time, I enjoy running and CrossFit training, music, going to the beach, shopping, being with my family and my dogs, and traveling to new countries.