Empowering Healing and Growth: Sam Kimball (they/them), Expert in Trauma Therapy and LGBTQ+ Support
Trauma-Informed Therapist | LGBTQ+ Affirming | Grief & Addiction Recovery Specialist
Sam Kimball, LPC, is a compassionate and trauma-informed therapist who provides a safe, affirming space for individuals navigating life transitions, emotional pain, and identity exploration. Their clinical style is collaborative, strengths-based, and rooted in deep empathy, empowering clients to reclaim their stories and build meaningful, values-aligned lives.
Sam brings extensive experience in trauma recovery, grief support, and LGBTQIA+ mental health. They work with individuals experiencing complex trauma, relational wounds, identity-based stress, and emotional dysregulation. Drawing from a background in domestic violence advocacy and crisis intervention, Sam has developed strong skills in helping clients process trauma, set healthy boundaries, and build emotional resilience. They are particularly attuned to the intersections of trauma, identity, and systemic oppression, offering care that is both socially aware and deeply personal.
Their approach integrates evidence-based modalities including trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), mindfulness practices, narrative therapy, and somatic awareness. Sam’s therapeutic presence is calm, steady, and affirming—creating the conditions for healing, growth, and greater self-trust.
In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, Sam is a doctoral candidate in Counselor Education and Supervision at Duquesne University. Through their research and mentorship, they are actively contributing to the next generation of counselors and advancing the profession with a focus on equity, inclusion, and trauma-informed care.
Population & Specialties
✔ Adolescents, Emerging Adults, and Adults
✔ Individuals facing:
- Trauma & PTSD Recovery
- LGBTQ+ Identity, Affirmation & Support
- Grief & Loss Counseling
- Anxiety, Depression, & Mood Disorders
- Life Transitions & Personal Growth
- Substance Use & Addiction Recovery
Therapeutic Approach & Specialties:
✔ Relational-Cultural Therapy
✔ Motivational Interviewing (MI)
✔ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
✔ Narrative Therapy
✔ Person-Centered Therapy
✔ Grief Counseling
✔ Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Education & Credentials:
🎓 PhD Candidate in Counselor Education & Supervision | Duquesne University (In Progress)
🎓 Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Kutztown University
🎓 Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts/Education | Hampshire College
Professional Memberships & Certifications:
✔ American Counseling Association (ACA)
✔ Pennsylvania Counseling Association (PCA)
✔ Chi Sigma Iota (DU Chapter, 2023-24)
✔ Seeking Safety (Trauma & Addiction Treatment, 2022)
✔ Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence (PCADV) Core Service Training (2020)
✔ UPMC CHAMPIONS Training (Clinical Homicide & Aggression Management, 2023)
Take the Next Step in Your Healing Journey.
Sam is committed to helping clients reclaim their sense of self, build resilience, and create meaningful change. If you’re ready to take the next step toward emotional wellness, Sam is here to support you.
📞 Interested in scheduling an appointment? Contact us today!
