Samar Ansari

Samar Ansari is a licensed professional counselor specializing in play therapy and marriage and family therapy. With years of experience, Samar has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a wide range of concerns. She has provided therapy to individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, domestic abuse, career-related concerns, parenting issues, and relationship challenges. Samar takes a client-centered and multicultural approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and being sensitive to their cultural identities and how those impact their experiences. She aims to build a strong therapeutic relationship that promotes self-esteem and empowerment, helping clients recognize their strengths and reach their full potential. Samar creates a safe and supportive space where clients feel equal, empowered, and supported. She treats her clients with respect, empathy, non-judgment, and compassion, believing in collaboration and working together to create attainable goals and solutions. Samar incorporates evidence-based techniques from various modalities, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy, to tailor treatment approaches to individual goals. She understands that seeking therapy and sharing personal thoughts and concerns can be daunting, and she strives to create a comfortable and authentic environment for clients to open up and grow. Samar is excited to work with clients and hopes that they