Samantha Blackwell, LCSW, OR | Psychotherapist

About Samantha Blackwell

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Work-Related Counseling

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Dialectical (DBT)

Biofeedback

Gottman Method

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Indigenous American or Alaska Native, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Samantha Blackwell

Hi there, I'm Samantha! I am excited to work to help individuals and couples navigate anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions with practical, evidence-based tools like CBT and DBT. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and focused on helping you build real, sustainable change—not just insight, but action. My focus When we work together, it’s a collaborative, active process, not just talking, but creating meaningful change. I provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can be fully yourself, while also gently challenging patterns that may be keeping you stuck. My approach My approach integrates evidence-based methods like CBT and DBT, along with trauma-informed and relational work. Sessions are both reflective and skill-focus you might learn how to regulate intense emotions, improve communication, or shift unhelpful thinking patterns. Everything is tailored to you. My communication style I communicate in a way that’s warm, direct, and genuine. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being open, while also knowing you’ll get honest feedback—not judgment, but thoughtful guidance that helps you move forward. I balance empathy with clarity, so you feel both supported and gently challenged when it matters. My journey to mental healthcare When I was 15, I experienced a significant loss that changed the way I saw the world. That experience stayed with me. Over time, it shaped not only my perspective but also my sense of purpose. I realized I wanted to be someone who could sit with others in those difficult moments, the kind of support I either needed more of or came to deeply value. My goals for you We break larger goals into smaller, manageable steps so progress feels steady rather than overwhelming. I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT to provide practical tools you can apply between sessions, so you’re not just talking about change—you’re actively working toward it.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Anxiety disorders

Depression

Anxiety disorders

Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Oregon

Education and training

Cleveland State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1821277112

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What practice does Samantha Blackwell work with?

Samantha Blackwell works with Rula Health - Oregon.

What are common reasons for patients to see Samantha Blackwell?

Samantha Blackwell frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Samantha Blackwell on their profile.