To say that Samantha is passionate about the Mental
Health and Human Service field is an understatement. At an early, she
became an active volunteer for Best Buddies, an International
501(c)(3) organization dedicated to creating opportunities for
one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development
and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilities. Developing friendships with club members,
while providing mentorship, enhancing daily life skills and improving
the quality of life and level of inclusion, reinforced her desire to
make a difference in people’s lives. It was then that her
love for working with individuals with different abilities truly
blossomed.
Upon graduating SUNY Cortland with a BA in Psychology,
Samantha had held various positions working with a variety of
vulnerable populations including at-risk teens, economically
disadvantaged children and adults, the geriatric population and
individuals with mental and emotional health disorders. Samantha
continued her education at Stony Brook University, earning a Masters
of Arts in Disability Studies, in addition to becoming a Certified
Employment Support Professional. Using a person-centered approach,
Samantha work with clients to identify and target specific barriers,
develop measurable, achievable goals and works towards reaching
desired results and greater fulfillment.
Samantha specializes in: Vocational Counseling Executive
Functioning Organizational Tutoring Mental Health and Wellness
Coaching Personal Development Interpersonal Skill Enhancement Life
Skill Coaching & Community Integration
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