Samara M. Church

Hey there! My name is Samara. I am an Art Therapist and a Creative Life Coach.
I am currently based in New Jersey for in person sessions, but am flexible with meeting in areas around NY state, and can also comfortably meet virtually as well.

I have a wide range of experience working in clinical and non clinical settings alongside all types of people and communities. I started off working primarily in NYC and NY State with school aged children and teens in different after school programs, to adults with a history of more severe mental health and substance use/addictions in different outpatient settings, to veterans looking for healthier therapeutic outlets within their community, to families in supportive housing, and to geriatrics in assisted living (many of them suffering from dementia). I primarily specialize in facilitating therapeutic support groups and workshops for many different communities while introducing others to the ways Art Therapy can be appreciated, and incorporated into one’s daily routine. I especially love working with Veterans, and people who are hoping to maintain sobriety. Overall, I really love working with anyone who is creative and open minded and hearted.

As a Creative Life Coach, I can help individuals who may be stuck in their current phase of life work through their possibilities and learn more about their untapped potential. I am compassionate, and solution focused; and I use creative modalities while I encourage others to "think outside of the box" when processing with me or navigating through these situations. I will also want to hold you accountable when we discuss a solution or a task to work on! I am passionate about being creative, and always appreciate it when someone is receptive and willing to try new things. You don't have to be artistic to work with me, but it's a plus if you are!

I am eager to help anyone who may be lost or overwhelmed by some of these situations and transitions; who may be in need of a healthier outlet overall. I can help with maintaining one's sobriety/learn more about their mental health, I can help with reviewing and working through one's current relationships with others, while growing one's self esteem and confidence more positively. I can help motivate you and show you how to take that leap of faith and do something different regarding your job/career, or simply show you ways to learn more about resources offered within your community.

Whatever it is you may need support with, I'm here for it. If you feel like we could be a good fit, let's see what we can do!
Thank you again for checking out my profile! I'm really hoping and looking forward to meeting with you soon!