Meet Sam

Hi! I’m Sam, a Registered Social Worker who works with children, teens, adults, and caregivers to help them feel more grounded, connected, and clear in the chaos. Whether you are here for yourself, your child, or your whole family, my goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are and know you will be met with curiosity, compassion, and practical tools you can use in real life.

In our work, we focus on what matters most to you. Some sessions are about exploring what is underneath the overwhelm, while others are about finding small, doable steps that help you or your child feel more in control right away.

I use an integrative approach that is tailored to your needs. This might include strength-based and trauma-informed care, play-based approaches, and attachment-focused therapy. My focus is on finding the right mix of strategies so therapy feels relevant, practical, and supportive for your unique situation.

Before starting my private practice, I supported people healing from domestic and sexual violence as well as families involved in the children services system. I spent time with children in foster care and offered parent support with the goal of family reunification, while also helping people navigate substance use, undiagnosed mental health challenges, and the complexities of different systems. These experiences taught me a lot about resilience, advocacy, and how complex life can be, and they continue to shape the way I show up for the people I work with today.

Samantha Sutherland, MSW

Registered Social Worker