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Samuel Howden

Practical, compassionate therapy tailored to you

LICSW, MD, LCSW-C Maryland

Experience
12 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Languages
English
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About Samuel

Samuel Howden is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland who brings 12 years of experience to his therapeutic work. He combines formal training in social work with practical experience helping people navigate mood concerns, anxiety, trauma, relationship strain, and other complex life challenges.

Background and approach

Holding LICSW, MD, and LCSW-C credentials, he draws on a broad clinical background to tailor treatment to each person's needs. His style emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with a focus on building a collaborative therapeutic relationship rather than relying on labels.

Samuel commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas to clarify patterns, address troublesome thoughts and behaviors, and increase motivation for change. He adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit the circumstances and goals of each client.

Samuel works with clients facing stress, depression, ADHD, grief, bipolar symptoms, anger, compassion fatigue, and a wide range of related concerns such as abandonment, loneliness, fatherhood issues, and process addictions. He encourages people who are ready to take a step toward greater well-being to begin the process and offers support aimed at empowerment and practical progress.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Samuel commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing in online work. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, panic, and patterns like impulsivity or compulsive behaviors. Motivational interviewing centers on exploring and strengthening a person's own motivation for change, which can support work on addictions, lifestyle shifts, or ambivalence about treatment.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to assess their goals, preferences, and responses to different methods and then adapt the plan over time so it fits what the client needs and wants to accomplish.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care from Maryland and allow people to engage in therapy in ways that match daily life while still working with a licensed professional who integrates evidence-informed techniques and relational attention.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
He works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, compassion fatigue, and related issues like abandonment, impulsivity, and process addictions.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and a collaborative relationship while using cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas to tailor care to each person's needs.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of experience working in mental health settings and with people facing a range of mood, trauma, and behavioral concerns.
Which credentials and location apply to this therapist?
Credentials listed are LICSW, MD, LCSW-C with licence details DC LICSW LC200001886 and MD LCSW-C 17397, and he practices in Maryland.
Does he conduct sessions in other languages or accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are costs and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Maryland, District of Columbia

Languages

English