Rachel "Samantha" Davidge, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Rachel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Rachel
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Samantha Davidge is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker passionate about helping clients live happy and fulfilling lives. She approaches her clients with genuine interest and understands the decision to enter therapy, explore difficulties, and make changes, is a courageous one. Clients have shared about Samantha's patience and skills that enhanced their capacity to gain insight, make mental shifts, apply behavioral changes and achieve a truly enhanced life experience. A great deal of Samantha's therapeutic work has been in the area of death and dying. Her work with terminally-ill patients and their families provided a foundation for serving and understanding individuals from many different cultural, ethnic, faith-based, racial, and socio-economic communities.
Samantha's experience with assisting individuals includes developing and exploring strategies to improve clients' coping with problems such as:
Loss and Grief
Employment Changes
Strained family or peer relationships
Parenting Difficulties
Chronic or Acute Physical Health Issues
Anger
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma
Depression
Adoption Related Issues
Mid and later life issues i.e. empty nest, retirement, downsizing, caring for an aging or ill family member
Adjustment or coping difficulties related to the above issues may be experienced as diminished ability to retain information, difficulty focusing and/or finishing tasks, strained personal and/or professional relationships, changed sleeping or eating behaviors, poor school or work performance, moodiness, difficulty making decisions, feelings of indifference, feeling less interested or motivated in activities that are usually enjoyable, or physical changes such as headaches, digestive troubles, muscle tension and/or soreness, pacing, lowered energy level, and/or using alcohol or other substances to alter emotions.
Samantha earned her Master's in Social Work from USC in 1991. She has been trained in psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral theories and has extensive experience in assisting her clients learn, apply and integrate evidence-based approaches to treat and improve their specific problems.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Rachel "Samantha" Davidge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629600515.
- LCSW · California · 18228 · Expires March 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Rachel "Samantha" Davidge offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Rachel "Samantha" Davidge 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 Rachel "Samantha" Davidge speak?
Rachel "Samantha" Davidge speaks English.
How many years of experience does Rachel "Samantha" Davidge have?
Rachel "Samantha" Davidge has 15 years of experience.
Where is Rachel "Samantha" Davidge licensed to practice?
Rachel "Samantha" Davidge is licensed to practice in California.
Does Rachel "Samantha" Davidge accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Rachel "Samantha" Davidge does not accept 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 Rachel "Samantha" Davidge offer?
Rachel "Samantha" Davidge offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Rachel "Samantha" Davidge?
Rachel "Samantha" Davidge 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 Rachel "Samantha" Davidge?
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.