Sam Silverberg, LPC
THERAPIST
My approach to therapy is collaborative. I want to make sure you feel comfortable with me, and with identifying clear goals collaboratively. I think it's important for you to feel that you know what you want to work on and have a sense of how we are going to get there. I also love to re-evaluate throughout the therapy process so that we can shift as needed based on life events, changing goals, etc., flexibility is so important on the therapy journey!
WARM
compassionate
EMPATHETIC
SPECIALITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Trauma, Women's Health/Fertility, Early Childhood, Parent Training
Meet Sam
Therapeutic Style + Approach
What three words best capture your therapeutic style?
The three words that best capture my therapeutic style are friendly, compassionate, and collaborative. I also would add integrative and tailored!
Personal Touch + Personality
What hobbies or interests do you have that might surprise people?
I have been a musician for many years and play the guitar and drums! My goal is to learn to play the harp! I wrote songs for other bands to help pay for grad school! I also love to cook and try new recipes for my family! Spending time with them is my biggest and most favorite hobby!
WORKING WITH CLIENTS
What do you find most rewarding about your work as a therapist?
I love to see clients come in and tell me about something they did where in the past they would have felt they needed to discuss in therapy first, however felt confident and empowered to make a change or engage in a certain way. Any time a client feels they have achieved something challenging before or have an insight that may have been difficult to identify before, I get so excited! I love being able to highlight this and praise clients for their progress! Therapy can be hard and yet so rewarding, and this makes it such a positive process for all!
Therapy Philosophy
How do you tailor your methods to meet the unique needs of each client?
I consider myself an integrative therapist, meaning I've sought training in a variety of modalities knowing that what works for one person may not work for another. In being collaborative with clients, I can work with a client to identify their style, what may or may not have worked in the past, and make recommendations throughout treatment, shifting to fit needs as they change. Being able to have a variety of tools and modalities to choose from I think helps to further tailor approaches for each person so each client knows they are going to be coming in and getting support geared toward them.
Personal Well-Being + Self-Care
How do you prioritize your own mental health and well-being?
I think going to therapy myself is huge in order to make sure I'm in the best headspace to support others. I also have tried to establish some routines and worked toward setting better boundaries to ensure I'm getting enough sleep and taking time for things that bring me joy.
Final Thoughts + Encouragement
What would you say to someone who is nervous about starting therapy?
It can be a nerve-wracking process to open yourself up to someone. Know that this is valid and give yourself so much compassion and love for taking this next step. You are deserving of this support and getting what you need out of therapy so feel comfortable sharing your needs, let your therapist know what works and what doesn't. A therapist's ultimate goal is to ensure we are meeting your needs, we want to collaborate with you and help you identify and achieve your goals. So while you might be feeling nervous, know this is normal and natural, and that we are so excited to support you!
