Jennifer Samardak

Compassionate social work with practical skills

LISW Ohio

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Jennifer

Jennifer Samardak is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with five years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, and challenges to self-esteem.

Background and approach

She centers her practice on the principle that each person is the expert on their own life, and she partners with clients to build on existing strengths and clarify meaningful goals. Her work often focuses on navigating life changes and boosting motivation and confidence.

Drawing from client-centered principles and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), she creates a collaborative environment where practical skills and personal values intersect. Sessions emphasize self-determination and meeting clients where they are, with attention to family of origin concerns, forgiveness, life purpose, midlife transitions, mood challenges, and women's issues.

Jennifer aims to help clients identify patterns, develop coping strategies, and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.

Practical Approaches for Online Growth

CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and then developing concrete skills to change reactions and behaviors; it often helps with anxiety, mood challenges, and stress management. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and meeting people where they are, creating space for clients to lead the pace and focus of sessions while the therapist offers support and reflection.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. A licensed professional will discuss your goals, preferences, and current challenges and work together with you to determine whether CBT, client-centered work, or a combination best fits your needs. This exploratory attitude helps shape a plan that aligns with your values and practical aims rather than imposing a single method.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexible ways to access support without rearranging life around appointments. These formats can make it easier to maintain continuity, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and use different communication styles for homework, check-ins, or focused skill practice.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, and coping with life changes, along with related areas like family of origin issues and life purpose.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach blends client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral strategies to create a collaborative, skills-oriented process tailored to each person's needs.

What is her professional background?

She brings five years of professional experience as a licensed social worker, focusing on motivation, confidence, and mood concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the credential LISW and is licensed in Ohio with license number OH LISW I.0700085-SUPV.

Which languages are available and can international clients join?

Services are provided in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats does she offer?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Family of origin issuesForgivenessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English