- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Psychodynamic work
About Samuel
Samuel Howden is a licensed clinical social worker with 12 years of experience. He holds LICSW and LCSW-C credentials and practices in Maryland. Samuel works with people facing stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
He began his path with a Bachelor of Science in Family Sciences and a Master of Social Work. Over a decade in practice has given him experience with a wide range of mental health challenges, from panic and post-traumatic stress to process addictions and self-harm. He also addresses issues such as abandonment, emptiness, fatherhood concerns, and men’s issues.
In sessions he uses practical techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic therapy. He focuses on concrete steps people can try between sessions while also looking at patterns that keep problems returning. Conversations are direct and aimed at helping clients notice what works and what does not.
Samuel pays attention to mood, impulsivity, and relationship patterns. He can help with specific problems like panic attacks, compulsive behaviors, or feelings of isolation. He also supports people who are sorting out life purpose, guilt, forgiveness, and self-love.
To begin, clients follow the site's matching process and schedule an initial session. Samuel works in Maryland and conducts sessions in English. International clients are not accepted at this time.
Approaches used in online sessions and what they do
Samuel commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in his online work. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavior changes, which can help with anxiety, panic, and depression. Motivational interviewing aims to clarify a person's reasons for change and build motivation in clear, manageable steps, useful for impulsivity and process addictions.He also uses psychodynamic ideas to look at recurring patterns and how past relationships shape current behavior. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, needs, and preferences rather than prescribing a single route from the start.
Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Please confirm the exact session formats available before booking, as the biography does not list them. Online options can make it easier to have shorter check-ins during a break, avoid commuting after work or school, or use phone over video when bandwidth is limited. Licensed professionals tailor pacing and homework to fit everyday life and responsibilities.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Maryland, District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and related issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing alongside psychodynamic discussion of patterns. Sessions mix short-term skills with exploring repeating life patterns.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of clinical experience working with a broad range of mental health concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He holds LICSW and LCSW-C credentials and practices in Maryland.
Can I work with him if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he see clients outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are offered?
Confirm current session options before booking by following the site's matching flow, as the biography does not specify formats here.
How much do sessions cost and how does billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
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