Sam has been absolutely amazing in helping me get through a very difficult situation and process my emotions accordingly.
Samantha Nelums, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Samantha is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Samantha. View 3 reviews
- Great news, Samantha is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Mexico and California
Recent reviews
Samantha has been a fantastic therapist with me and a truly kind, empathetic, understanding, compassionate, and altruistic person to me. I would definitely recommend her as a therapist!
More about Samantha
- 4 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in California and New Mexico with over 12 years of professional social work experience (5 years in the clinical setting). I have experience in helping clients with LGBTQ+ related issues specifically around family acceptance and coming out. I also work with the general population on general family-related conflicts, boundary-setting, self-esteem, and self-empowerment. While I am an ally to gender diverse communities, I do not specialize in gender dysphoria and or writing letters for gender affirming surgery. Although I am a supporter for the cause, I feel that medical communities should not have authority in decisions related to how one's body, rather I believe that the individual themselves should have that autonomy. I think that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.
Specialties
LGBT
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Anger management
Abandonment
Attachment issues
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Codependency
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
HIV / AIDS
Infidelity
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Samantha Nelums's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1417472051.
- LCSW · New Mexico · SWB-2022-1177 · Expires July 2026
- LCSW · California · 114779 · Expires April 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Samantha Nelums
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Sam has been absolutely amazing in helping me get through a very difficult situation and process my emotions accordingly.
Samantha has been a fantastic therapist with me and a truly kind, empathetic, understanding, compassionate, and altruistic person to me. I would definitely recommend her as a therapist!
Samantha has been wonderful. She is great at getting me to ask the questions I need to ask myself, and helps me explore what those questions and their answers mean to me.
Frequently asked questions
Does Samantha Nelums offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Samantha Nelums works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Samantha Nelums speak?
Samantha Nelums speaks English.
How many years of experience does Samantha Nelums have?
Samantha Nelums has 4 years of experience.
Where is Samantha Nelums licensed to practice?
Samantha Nelums is licensed to practice in New Mexico and California.
Does Samantha Nelums accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Samantha Nelums accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Samantha Nelums offer?
Samantha Nelums offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Samantha Nelums?
Samantha Nelums can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Samantha Nelums?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.