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Samantha Shields, LMFT

Samantha Shields, LMFT

Psychotherapist
CA
*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance requires a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If you are booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of California. When booking your appointment, please use the full name as written on your insurance card. Samantha Shields treats patients starting at 3 years old. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2001 and her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego. Her extensive experience in outpatient and inpatient settings includes working with individuals, families, couples, children, and teens. Her clinical expertise and areas of interest encompass depression, anxiety, panic disorder, women's issues, maternal adjustment, relationship issues, infidelity, premarital counseling, body image concerns, compulsive eating, adjustment difficulties, family transitions, and grief/loss. She works collaboratively with clients, supporting them in creating a balance between mind, body, and spirit. Her innate desire is to help individuals and families create change that leads to more fulfilling and healthier lives.
Highly recommended
91% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
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4.91

About Samantha Shields

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Families
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Samantha Shields

*Note that prior to the first session with the provider, LifeStance requires a credit card on file. *LifeStance providers do not accept Medicare or Medicaid insurance. If you are booking with these, you will be unable to be seen. *This provider only treats residents residing in the state of California. When booking your appointment, please use the full name as written on your insurance card. Samantha Shields treats patients starting at 3 years old. She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Pepperdine University in 2001 and her Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Diego. Her extensive experience in outpatient and inpatient settings includes working with individuals, families, couples, children, and teens. Her clinical expertise and areas of interest encompass depression, anxiety, panic disorder, women's issues, maternal adjustment, relationship issues, infidelity, premarital counseling, body image concerns, compulsive eating, adjustment difficulties, family transitions, and grief/loss. She works collaboratively with clients, supporting them in creating a balance between mind, body, and spirit. Her innate desire is to help individuals and families create change that leads to more fulfilling and healthier lives.

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During the LifeStance onboarding process, we will contact you to collect your payment card information. It’s our policy to collect this information and confirm that it is valid prior to your first appointment so that we can simplify the payment process upon completion of your appointment, especially in the case of a telehealth appointment where the traditional “check-out” process doesn’t occur. Important Note: This provider is not currently bookable for new patients with Medicare or Medicaid coverage.

Popular visit reasons

Depression
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Worry
Young Adult Issues
Depression
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • University of San Diego, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy

NPI number

1245405091

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Overall rating
4.91
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Samantha Shields generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Samantha Shields's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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What are common reasons for patients to see Samantha Shields?

Samantha Shields frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Samantha Shields on their profile.

What languages does Samantha Shields speak?

Samantha Shields speaks English.

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