Samantha Arreola, LCSW

Samantha Arreola, LCSW

Psychotherapist
CA
4.54
“Sam mad me feel heard and safe to be vulnerable and open up. Her responses made me see things in a new way and brought some great insights that were very validating”
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4.54
“Sam mad me feel heard and safe to be vulnerable and open up. Her responses made me see things in a new way and brought some great insights that were very validating”
Less than 6 months ago

About Samantha Arreola

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Brainspotting
Dialectical (DBT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Samantha Arreola

I help high-achieving adults heal from unresolved childhood wounds so they can finally feel good enough, experience secure relationships, and move through life with confidence. Most clients come to me after experiencing unhealthy romantic relationships that left them feeling disconnected from themselves and filled with self-doubt. I also work with people who have strained relationships with their parents and want to heal old wounds so they can step into the version of themselves they’ve always wanted to be. Many of my clients leave therapy feeling more confident, able to set boundaries without guilt, and more grounded in who they are. They often share that they handle stress with greater ease, experience improved relationships, and feel a deeper sense of peace. My goal is to create a space where you can truly know yourself and unapologetically build the life you are meant to live.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Our work together often includes: - Exploring how childhood experiences shaped the way you see yourself and others - Healing the inner child so you can feel safe, supported, and worthy in the present - Learning to set healthy boundaries and advocate for your needs without guilt - Building self-trust and self-compassion - Addressing trauma-related patterns such as anxiety, hypervigilance, or emotional reactivity Some of these approaches include: - IFS (Internal Family Systems) to help you understand and heal the parts of yourself that carry pain - Psychodynamic Therapy to explore the roots of your patterns - Inner Child Healing to support your emotional growth and resilience - Evidence-based tools from CBT and DBT for practical skills and mindset shifts I'm currently developing an 8-week trauma recovery program through an IFS lens to provide structured, focused support for deeper healing.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

We'll do an initial intake to gather all the necessary information so I can understand how to best support you. Then we will set goals for treatment, and I will support you in achieving those goals.

In-network insurances

Samantha Arreola, LCSW is not in-network with any insurances

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 50 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Agoraphobia
    Hoarding Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Pain Management Consultation
    Psychosexual Evaluation
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Agoraphobia
    Hoarding Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Pain Management Consultation

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • California State University, Fresno, Master's in Social Work

    NPI number

    1487053211

    Patient reviews

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    Overall rating
    4.54
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    Sam mad me feel heard and safe to be vulnerable and open up. Her responses made me see things in a new way and brought some great insights that were very validating
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    What languages does Samantha Arreola speak?

    Samantha Arreola speaks English.

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