Sam C. (she/her/hers) - Sam is a doctoral student at Pacific working towards a PsyD in Clinical Psychology. She completed a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Northern Colorado and most recently a Masters of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Pacific. She is passionate about creating affirming spaces for individuals exploring their sexuality, identity, gender expression, or sense of belonging. Her clinical interests also include supporting neurodivergent folks, as well as individuals living with the impacts of trauma.
In her work, Sam blends evidence-based interventions with space for reflection on the experiences that shape who we are. Her therapeutic philosophy centers on curiosity, safety, and deep respect for each client’s lived experience, recognizing both the personal and systemic factors that influence healing. She draws from psychodynamic, relational, humanistic, and feminist frameworks—as well as ACT and mind-body approaches—to help clients reconnect with their values and authentic sense of self.
When she’s not working, her favorite places to be are either the forest or by the ocean. She enjoys playing her drums, photography, coloring, and video games, and has a lifelong love for dogs (so please feel free to show her your dog pictures!).