Sam is a Marriage and Family Therapist Intern practicing in Orange County, California. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University and provides counseling to a range of individuals and couples.

As a relational, psychodynamic therapist her treatment approach is to provide authentic and compassionate support to those seeking self-discovery and relief from addictive behaviors, grief, trauma and relationship distress. Coming from a Jungian or Depth Psychology orientation, she incorporates image and dream work into her practice to help clients find creative ways to heal and make meaning out of their pain. She specializes in working with clients who struggle with emotional eating, feelings of inadequacy or shame, as well as married or dating couples. She has been in practice for 6 years and practices under the supervision of Dr. Brenda Gesell, MFT PHD in Newport Beach, CA.

In addition to her private practice, Sam provides dream processing therapy groups to clients in the addiction and recovery community.

Phone: 949.310.9627

Email: Samantha@gesellpsychotherapy.com

Website: www.gesellpsychotherapy.com