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Samantha Jackson

Samantha Jackson, LCSW

California

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in California
LCSW, licence 137898
NPI
1720653603
Experience
5 years
Languages
English, Spanish
Location
California

These details come from information Samantha supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • CBT techniques
  • Autism support
  • Spanish language

About Samantha

Samantha Jackson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with five years of practice. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, and depression. She also addresses issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, body image, codependency, and isolation.

Samantha uses straightforward, evidence-based techniques in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and related approaches to help people recognize patterns, practice new skills, and respond differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Conversations are practical and goal-oriented, with simple steps to try between meetings.

Her work includes attention to autism and Asperger Syndrome, disruptive mood dysregulation concerns, eating and food-related issues, and caregiver stress. She also helps people dealing with infidelity, commitment worries, and blended family stress. Language support is available in English and Spanish.

Samantha aims to make sessions fit everyday life. She discusses small, implementable changes for work, family, and relationships. Progress is tracked through concrete goals rather than abstract measures.

Clients learn skills for emotional regulation and reducing impulsivity. She offers care that acknowledges gender identity and related concerns, including gender dysphoria. Before scheduling, readers should confirm current session options and formats.

BHow sessions work

How evidence-based approaches are used in online sessions

Samantha commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress because it breaks problems into clear steps and practical exercises.

She also draws on other evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills for emotional regulation and reducing impulsivity. These approaches involve learning specific strategies to notice triggers and practice alternative responses, which can help with mood swings, impulsive behavior, and relationship stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Samantha will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, style, and day-to-day needs. This means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules require them. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work between sessions and to match a client's everyday routines.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Eating and food-related issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPhobiasSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English, Spanish

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she focus on?

Samantha focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, and depression. She also works with issues like abandonment, attachment, body image, caregiver stress, and isolation.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses practical, evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and related methods. Sessions emphasize clear skills, homework, and measurable goals.

How much experience does she have?

She has five years of clinical experience working with the listed concerns. That experience informs her use of structured therapeutic techniques and skill practice.

Is she licensed in California?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a CA LCSW credential.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the region tied to the subscription.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session through the platform.

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