Therapist in
Newton, Massachusetts,
Samantha Chan, MS
Provider Type: Therapist
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Provider Gender: Female
Serving: 18-64
Samantha Chan, MS
Samantha is a mental health counselor in LifeStance Health’s training program and a strong advocate for her clients. She helps them work toward self-actualization by honing in on their strengths and finding ways to continuously work on self-development. She encourages clients to have an active role in directing their own narrative. Samantha prioritizes fostering the therapeutic relationship through open dialogue and active and empathic listening. In her work with clients, she likes to draw from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, relational-cultural, and narrative therapy approaches, as well as incorporate mindfulness practices. She most enjoys working with young adults, couples, and families. She is fluent in Spanish and has a Cantonese background. Samantha earned her Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling at Suffolk University in Boston, after graduating from UMass Amherst with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, and Education. During her master’s program, she completed her internship at Newton North High School as a School Adjustment Counselor and was a graduate fellow at the Suffolk University Counseling, Health, & Wellness Center. Samantha sees clients in our Newton-Watertown office. Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Gender Identity
- Midlife Transitions
- PTSD/Trauma
Languages
- English
Locations
FAQs
Please call us at 617-259-1895 to schedule an appointment with Samantha Chan.
Samantha Chan generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 617-259-1895 to find out Samantha Chan's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please contact us at 617-259-1895 to verify your insurance with Samantha Chan.
Samantha Chan is a therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
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Samantha Chan only offers in-office visits at this time. To find a provider in your area that offers telehealth visits, please call us at 617-259-1895 or search our provider directory.