What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Sam is empathetic, patient, kind, and reliable. I’ve had many therapists over the years, but he was by far the best fit for what I needed. He was able to bring me back to a calm place when I was anxious and was a peaceful resource when I was deep in my depression. Sam taught me a way to hold my feelings in a way that never felt safe before. He knew when to nudge me in the right direction and when to pull back if I was overwhelmed. I now feel more confident facing issues on my own and I am able to continue working towards my mental health goals even though our sessions have ended. I’m incredibly grateful for our time together. ”
JCLess than 1 month ago
“Sam was a fantastic provider. He was empathetic, sensitive to what I shared and was adept at seeing my pain and helping me uncover what was causing it. I highly recommend his services! ”
DCLess than 1 month ago
About Dr. Sam Hinds
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Compassion Focused
Coaching
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
MaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Sam Hinds
My approach to therapy combines mindful presence, somatic attunement, relational engagement, and imaginal exploration…
What should a new client know about working with you?
My practice is informed by my training in the tradition of depth psychology. Put very simply, depth psychotherapy proceeds from an acknowledgement of the presence and role of the unconscious in the therapeutic encounter. The unconscious refers to parts of ourselves of which we typically remain unaware, yet influence our behaviors, motivations, habits, perceptions or reactions. Psychotherapy can be an aid toward making conscious what is unconscious.
This approach means that I hold you, and the fullness of your inner world, with a symbolic attitude, sensing into deeper meanings and themes underlying the dominant patterns and sufferings in your life. While the orientation toward healing is a central part of psychotherapy, this is only half of the picture; psychotherapy also orients toward bringing forth your aliveness and supporting the unfolding of your authentic expression.
I do not follow a systematic, manualized approach to psychotherapy. My approach is always initially nondirective. We begin by making space and listening, together, for what feels most relevant here and now so that we can mutually respond to what naturally wants to emerge in our sessions.
Following the natural unfolding of the process, I may introduce other approaches, such as mindfulness, somatic awareness, parts work, (i.e., Internal Family Systems), dream work, imaginal attunement, and relational inquiry.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I offer a hybrid model that incorporates both in-person adnd virtual sessions.
Office location
Dr. Sam Hinds, PhD also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Pacifica Graduate Institute, PhD in Psychology
NPI number
1508362047
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Sam is empathetic, patient, kind, and reliable. I’ve had many therapists over the years, but he was by far the best fit for what I needed. He was able to bring me back to a calm place when I was anxious and was a peaceful resource when I was deep in my depression. Sam taught me a way to hold my feelings in a way that never felt safe before. He knew when to nudge me in the right direction and when to pull back if I was overwhelmed. I now feel more confident facing issues on my own and I am able to continue working towards my mental health goals even though our sessions have ended. I’m incredibly grateful for our time together.
Less than 1 month agoJC
Sam is excellent.
Less than 1 month agoPG
Sam was a fantastic provider. He was empathetic, sensitive to what I shared and was adept at seeing my pain and helping me uncover what was causing it. I highly recommend his services!
Less than 1 month agoDC
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Sam Hinds?
Generally, Dr. Sam Hinds has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Hinds's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Sam Hinds accepting new patients?
Dr. Sam Hinds generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Hinds's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Sam Hinds accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Sam Hinds online?
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What practice does Dr. Sam Hinds work with?
Dr. Sam Hinds works with Sam Hinds, Ph.D..
Where is Dr. Sam Hinds's office located?
Dr. Sam Hinds has 2 office locations in Berkeley, view full addresses on Dr. Hinds's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Sam Hinds?
Dr. Sam Hinds frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Sam Hinds on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Sam Hinds speak?
Dr. Sam Hinds speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Sam Hinds in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Dr. Sam Hinds. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.