MEET samantha

Samantha Bennett, lpc associate

(she/her)

Associate Therapist

Supervised by Ilyse Kennedy, LMFT-S, LPC-S

You deserve to feel safe in your body, grounded in yourself, and supported in your healing — to move at your own pace and in your own way. Together, we’ll create space to breathe, to soften, and to come home to yourself.

who i work with

I work with:

● Children (ages 3+)

● Adolescents

● Adults

● Couples

I create spaces of safety and connection for every stage of life.

You might be feeling:

● Disconnected from yourself

● Stuck in the “in-between”

● Overwhelmed by past trauma

● Unsafe in your own body

● Flooded by emotions

● Or wondering if relief is even possible

These struggles can leave you feeling fragmented, as though parts of you are hidden or out of sync. Trauma and stress impact the nervous system, making it hard to feel whole, safe, or at ease.

I’m here to support you in reclaiming your sense of safety, reconnecting with the wisdom of your body, and creating space for healing and release. Together, we’ll gently bring awareness to the parts of you that may feel forgotten or shut down and welcome them back into connection. Along the way, we’ll use integrative approaches like somatic practices to deepen your mind-body connection, Internal Family Systems (IFS) to heal the parts of you that carry pain, and mindfulness and compassion to meet your emotions with care as they arise.

You don’t have to do this alone — I’ll be with you every step of the way, offering grounded guidance and care.

how i work

I take an integrative approach to healing, blending:

Somatic therapy — to release tension and restore mind-body connection

Internal Family Systems (IFS) — to offer compassion to the wounded parts within

Attachment-based therapy — to heal relationship patterns and build secure connection

Polyvagal theory — to regulate your nervous system and build resilience

Mindfulness practices — to help you stay present and attuned to your body

For children and adolescents, I offer:

Safe, connected spaces for emotional exploration

Play therapy, where children can express their feelings naturally

● Support for children to grow confidence and feel at home in their bodies

areas i support

I support clients navigating a wide range of experiences, including:

Trauma & Disconnection

● Trauma, PTSD, & C-PTSD

● Childhood trauma

● Intergenerational trauma

● Chronic illness and its emotional impact

● Dissociation and feeling disconnected from yourself

● Grief and loss

Emotional Challenges

● Depression, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm

● Anxiety and feelings of overwhelm

● Perfectionism and high self-expectations

● Body image struggles

● Self-esteem

● People-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries

● High sensitivity and emotional overwhelm

Relationships & Identity

● Attachment wounds and relationship patterns

● Life transitions, identity shifts, and big changes

● Relational and interpersonal challenges

● Gender identity, sex & sexuality, and LGBTQ+

Spirituality & Exploration

● Religious and spiritual exploration

● Psychedelic preparation and integration

Support for Children & Adolescents

● Emotional regulation and expression

● Anxiety and worry

● Trauma and stress responses

● Life transitions (school, family changes, identity)

● Self-esteem and identity development

● Highly sensitive children and teens

● Relational challenges with peers or family

Education & licensure

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPC-A)
Supervised by Ilyse Kennedy, LPC-S, LMFT-S

● M.A. in Counseling, Saint Edward’s University

● B.S. in Psychology, University of Oregon

who i am:

I’m a therapist and guide who believes deeply in the power of healing and growth. Originally from Oregon, I’ve always felt a deep connection to nature, and that grounding influence shapes the way I approach my work. My path to therapy has been deeply informed by my own healing journey. The tools I now share — mindfulness, somatic practices, IFS, and energy work — have supported me through transformations I once thought were out of reach. That’s why I’m passionate about sharing them with you.

I believe in the wisdom of the “wounded healer” — that our challenges can become a wellspring of strength and compassion. I’m here to walk alongside you, offering support as you reconnect with your true self and move through life with more peace and purpose.

fees & services

*I currently have limited availability for new clients*

I provide therapy for:

● Children, adolescents, and adults

● Couples therapy for adults

Sessions are available:

● In-person

● Virtual, through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform (serving clients across Texas)

Individual Therapy

50-minute virtual or in-person $145/session
80-minute virtual or in-person $215/session

Couples Therapy

50-minute virtual or in-person $180/session
80-minute virtual or in-person $270/session

I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots. Please reach out — I’m happy to explore options with you. I’m also able to provide superbills if you’d like to seek out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance.