Samuel Howden
LICSW and LCSW-C in Maryland focusing on anxiety and trauma
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About
Samuel Howden is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Maryland with 12 years of experience. He holds a Master of Social Work from Howard University and a Bachelor of Science in Family Sciences from the University of Maryland College Park. His training and clinical background support work with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
He approaches each person as an individual and aims to tailor conversation and treatment to specific needs. Techniques he commonly uses include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and brief solution focused strategies. He also attends to related areas such as abandonment, emptiness, impulsivity, isolation, self-harm, process addictions, fatherhood issues, and challenges faced by young adults. Samuel offers a direct clinical focus while avoiding stigmatizing labels, and he frames treatment planning as a collaborative effort shaped by the client’s goals and life context.
He approaches each person as an individual and aims to tailor conversation and treatment to specific needs. Techniques he commonly uses include cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and brief solution focused strategies. He also attends to related areas such as abandonment, emptiness, impulsivity, isolation, self-harm, process addictions, fatherhood issues, and challenges faced by young adults. Samuel offers a direct clinical focus while avoiding stigmatizing labels, and he frames treatment planning as a collaborative effort shaped by the client’s goals and life context.
- Location:
- Maryland, United States
- Years Experience:
- 12
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Anger management, Self esteem, Depression, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: DC LICSW LC200001886, MD LCSW-C 17397
- NPI Number: 1821682642
- License: LCSW-C (Maryland), LICSW (District of Columbia)
Online sessions and therapeutic approach
Samuel offers remote appointments using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to connect by the format that best fits their schedule and communication preferences. Sessions are intended to be collaborative, with the choice of channel supporting how a client wishes to engage between and during meetings.
Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to identify patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, and related concerns. Motivational interviewing is applied when clients are weighing change or seeking to strengthen commitment to new habits; it focuses on exploring ambivalence and building readiness in a respectful, client-centered way.
Psychodynamic therapy is offered to examine longer-standing relational or emotional patterns rooted in past experience, and to help clients notice how those patterns show up in present relationships and decisions. Together these methods are used to shape a plan that aligns with a client’s goals and preferences while using the remote tools that feel most comfortable.
What is Samuel Howden's clinical experience?
He has 12 years of experience in the mental health field.
What credentials and licensing does he hold?
He is licensed as LICSW and LCSW-C and holds the entries DC LICSW LC200001886 and MD LCSW-C 17397.
Which languages does he speak?
This profile indicates he provides services in English.
Where is he based?
Samuel practices in Maryland.
How can clients work together with him remotely?
Clients may connect with him through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
No. The profile states he is not accepting international clients.
What does it cost to schedule sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work with him?
Begin by using the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire to initiate the process.