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A compassionate and dedicated therapist, committed to creating a safe space for healing, self-discovery, and growth.

Clinical Mental Health Counselor | Trauma-Informed | Anxiety & Life Transitions Specialist

Navigating life’s challenges can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Samantha (Sammie) Hunter, MA is dedicated to helping individuals find clarity, resilience, and healing. She creates a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where clients can explore their emotions, develop effective coping strategies, and build a sense of self-empowerment.

Sammie specializes in supporting young adults and college students who are struggling with academic stress, identity exploration, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use recovery. She understands that transitions—whether personal, professional, or emotional—can feel uncertain and overwhelming, and she works alongside her clients to help them navigate change with confidence and self-compassion.

Currently working toward licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Sammie is under the supervision of Valerie McIntyre, LPC, ADHD-CCSP, CCATP, ensuring that clients receive high-quality, professional care with expert guidance. Clients can feel reassured knowing they are in good hands with Sammie, as she blends expertise with warmth and authenticity to create a truly personalized therapeutic experience.

Population & Specialties

✔ Adolescents, Emerging Adults, and Adults
✔ Individuals facing:

  • Anxiety & Stress Management
  • Depression & Mood Disorders
  • Grief & Loss Counseling
  • Substance Use & Recovery Support
  • Trauma & PTSD Recovery
  • Life Transitions & Personal Growth
  • College & Academic Stress

Therapeutic Approach & Specialties:

Sammie takes a collaborative, strengths-based approach, helping clients identify their inner resources and build meaningful change. She incorporates a combination of evidence-based techniques to provide personalized and effective therapy.

✔ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
✔ Existential Therapy
✔ Person-Centered Therapy
✔ Mindfulness-Based Techniques
✔ Trauma-Informed Care

Education & Credentials:

🎓 Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) (2024)
🎓 Bachelor of Arts in Psychology & Sociology | La Roche University (2022)

Clinical Experience & Training:

✔ Field Experience | Recovery Centers of America, Monroeville, PA – Led therapy groups in Partial Hospitalization (PHP) & Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), utilizing trauma-informed techniques.
✔ Practicum Experience | Indiana University of Pennsylvania Counseling Center – Provided individual & group therapy to college students experiencing anxiety, depression, and grief.
✔ Internship | Skyline Recovery, Pittsburgh, PA – Supported women in substance use recovery & transitional housing.
✔ Core DDAP Trainings (2023 & 2024) – Specialized training in addiction treatment & recovery support.
✔ Trauma & Addiction Treatment (Seeking Safety, 2022)

Take the Next Step Toward Healing.

Sammie believes that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and transformation. If you’re looking for a compassionate therapist to guide you through life’s challenges, she is here to support, empower, and walk with you on your journey toward self-discovery and emotional well-being.

📞 Interested in scheduling an appointment? Contact us today!