Samantha Merrill
Counselor, MA, LAPC, NCC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
317 West Hill Street, Decatur, GA 30030
Let's Connect (470) 928-6031
When you feel like you are white-knuckling it through life, it can be hard to imagine operating any other way. Maybe you’re a new mom who feels overwhelmed at the mental load you're carrying. Maybe you are walking through a loss or life transition that leaves you feeling stuck or unable to cope. Or maybe you continue to find yourself caught in painful and self-limiting reactions, patterns, and beliefs. I can help you slow down, acknowledge, and find compassionate support for your very real needs. Our work together will address both the present circumstances and past experiences that shape your current reality.
As a trauma-informed therapist, my aim is always to create safety and stability, utilizing mind-body techniques to help you cope better with the present and resource you for the deeper work ahead. I also use narrative and parts-work to help you gain understanding from the past and find clarity on how you want to move forward.
Together, we will uncover essential needs that have gone unmet; name with truth the formative experiences that deserve clarity & healing; and create space for the parts of yourself historically burdened to live more authentically and supported. It would be an honor to walk with you from a place of "surviving" to thriving.
Call or Email Samantha Merrill now for a free 15 minute consultation - (470) 928-6031
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (470) 928-6031
Samantha Merrill
Counselor, MA, LAPC, NCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / APC009797 Samantha Merrill
- In Practice for 1 Year
- Certificate from National Board of Certified Counselors 1732184 / 2024
- Attended Richmont Graduate University, Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2024
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Grief
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Caregivers
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Infertility
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Maternal Mental Health
- Relationship Issues
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Women's Issues
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Emotionally Focused
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Narrative
- Psychodynamic
- Somatic
- Trauma Focused
Groups
Preparing for Postpartum
This group is for pregnant or expecting mamas designed to help you prepare for the postpartum period. Through the six-week group, you will develop a postpartum-wellness plan, learn self-care and coping strategies, build connections with communal support, and become equipped with a deeper understanding of mental health in the postpartum period.
Expertise
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Session Cost
$50+
Group Meets
Every Sun
Location
Location TBD on client interest
Decatur, GA 30030
Email Samantha Merrill about this group or call - (470) 928-6031
Location
Primary Location
Steady Hope Counseling
317 West Hill Street
Decatur, GA 30030
(470) 928-6031Email me
Additional Location
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
(470) 928-6031Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (470) 928-6031
Samantha Merrill
Counselor, MA, LAPC, NCC