In-Person in Mississauga, ON L4Z 1V9
Online in
Ontario
You spend so much time taking care of others that you've forgotten what it feels like to take care of yourself. I work with adults experiencing burnout, trauma, grief, anxiety, and major life transitions, with a special interest in supporting social workers, caseworkers, healthcare professionals, and first-generation individuals. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and grounded in nervous system regulation, helping you better understand yourself, process difficult experiences, and build lasting change.
My goal is to provide a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. Together, we'll work at a pace that feels right for you as you reconnect with yourself and move toward the life you want to live. I welcome any questions and offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we're the right fit.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Hispanic / Latino, Jewish, LGBTQ+, Men, Middle Eastern, Native American, Women clients.
Languages: Spanish
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) A collaborative, client-centered approach that strengthens motivation for change. It is especially effective for addictions and health behaviors.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: I believe that therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and supported. My approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and grounded in nervous system awareness. Together, we'll explore what has been weighing on you while building practical tools to help you navigate stress, emotions, and life's challenges.
I draw from somatic therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, and parts work to help clients better understand themselves and their experiences. Rather than focusing only on thoughts, we also pay attention to what is happening in the body and nervous system, especially when stress, trauma, burnout, or grief are making it difficult to feel present and connected.
I view therapy as something we do together. You are the expert on your life, and I strive to create a space where you feel comfortable moving at a pace that feels right for you. My goal is to help you develop greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and a stronger sense of connection to yourself and the people around you.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $160
- Out of Network
Education & Credentials
Samantha Duarte Therapy MACP, RP
- Female
- License # 13468
- Licensed in Ontario
- Practicing Since 2023
Education: Masters in Counselling Psychology
Bachelors in Psychology
Samantha Duarte Therapy Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Mississauga, ON L4Z 1V9
- Available Online for residents of Ontario
- Online Therapy Details: Jane App
I'm Sam, a Registered Psychotherapist and former anti-human trafficking caseworker. Before becoming a therapist, I spent years supporting survivors and working alongside social workers, nurses, and frontline professionals. I understand how easy it is to become so focused on caring for others that you lose connection with yourself.