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Samantha Barker

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Rhode Island•Massachusetts

Anxiety -Alcohol use disorder & addiction-Communication issues- Life transitions-EMDR -

Plaza Psychology East Greenwich

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Not accepting new clients

In-network with some insurances

$100

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Professional statement

Samantha Barker is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. She specializes in anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions.

Samantha offers individual therapy to adults. She utilizes various therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, and EMDR.

Samantha received a Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Justice at Mount Ida College. She continued her education at Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology and received her Master's of Art in Forensic and Counseling Psychology in 2013. Samantha later became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Samantha has experience working with clients in the prison system, CBAT and PHP level of care, and Community Mental Health.

Samantha's office is located in East Greenwich, RI. She currently provides both in person and telehealth sessions to clients in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Message to clients

I provide a safe and empathetic atmosphere where you can explore your feelings and find solutions to your unique problems or situation that work best for you. My goal is to provide a space where you have the freedom to be yourself; you don't have to put on a brave face or pretend that everything is alright. My office is a space where we can explore the difficult questions. I hope you leave sessions feeling heard, respected, and validated. I may not have all the answers you are looking for but I would love to join you as you search for them. I am here to help you on your journey to mental wellness.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 12 years

Plaza Psychology and Psychiatry , LMHC, 2021 - Present

NorthEast Health Services, LMHC, 2015 - 2021

Child and Family Services , CBAT Clinician , 2014 - 2015

Old Colony Correctional Center, Mental Health Clinician , 2013 - 2014

Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology , Master of Arts in Forensic and Counseling Psychology , 2013

Licensure

Massachusetts: LMHC11044 - Rhode Island: MHC01247

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Alcohol use disorder & addiction - Tolerating emotional discomfort; reducing or eliminating reliance on alcohol; development of new coping mechanisms for stress and suffering.

Communication issues - Developing effective interpersonal skills in relationships withpartners, families, and co-workers; using healthy methods of communication to convey needs and respond to others

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

EMDR - Trained in providing EMDR,

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)

Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Optum

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions:$100 (60min)
Initial session:$200 (60min)

Additional session information

Payment options

Cash
Check
Credit Card

Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

Weekly
As needed