Kimberly Ann Sampson
LMFT
KAP Psychotherapist
About Me
Education and Background
• Masters in Counseling Psychology (M.S.) Emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, California Lutheran University, 2010
• Bachelors in Psychology (B.S.), California State University Northridge, 2008
Work Experience and Specialization
Kimberly started her career working with homeless teenagers for Los Angeles Youth Network in Hollywood, CA. From there she moved on to Penny Lane, providing therapy to youth and their families in high conflict situations including abuse and Juvenal court.
In Santa Barbara, CA, Kimberly worked for the Center For Developmental Play and Learning, specializing in play therapy for emotionally delayed children. In private practice, Kimberly treated a wide population of clients experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship problems, high-conflict family crisis, blended families, parenting, life transitions, and sexuality/identity issues. Presently, Kimberly is being trained in Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
More About
I come from a humanistic theoretical orientation. From this perspective, the client is the expert when it comes to their own being and experiences. In other words, no one knows you better than you do. As the therapist, I see myself as an equal partner with my clients and collaborate to help the client achieve their highest potential or goal. I view my clients as autonomous, free to make their own choices and treat them with unconditional positive regard.
I pride myself in being authentic as a therapist. No matter what my education and experience may be, I am first and foremost a human being and am challenged like everyone else in my life. I use my natural instincts in therapy. I go into every session with fresh eyes, without agenda, and always with genuine curiosity about whoever is on my couch and what they are bringing into the room. I am a gentle and caring witness to my clients’ experiences while knowing when to be gently direct and challenging when I see an opportunity for growth. Every client is completely and beautifully unique in my opinion, and I feel my treatment reflects that.