Counseling

Samantha Binstock (Lubin) is a dedicated educator and Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Texas, supervised by Sharon Bien, LPC-S. She is passionate about helping children, teens, and their families navigate life’s challenges with empathy and understanding. Samantha integrates techniques from play therapy into her work, making sessions engaging and developmentally appropriate for younger clients.

Her practice, Post Oak Family Wellness, is based in Houston, Texas. Samantha is committed to making therapy accessible for everyone, offering free consultations and sliding-scale pricing to ensure that financial concerns don’t prevent people from getting the support they need.

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What to Expect from Counseling

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life’s challenges or struggling to support your child through difficult emotions? You don’t have to navigate it alone. Samantha Binstock is here to guide you every step of the way. Therapy with Samantha is tailored to your unique needs, providing a safe and supportive environment to explore your emotions, challenges, and goals.

Here’s what you can expect in counseling sessions:

• A safe, judgment-free space where your voice is heard and respected.
• Collaborative goal-setting to ensure therapy aligns with your needs.
• Techniques tailored to your strengths, preferences, and circumstances.
• Tools and strategies to help you navigate challenges and grow.

Samantha’s approach includes:

• Play Therapy Techniques: Engaging activities to help children express themselves and process their emotions in age-appropriate ways.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifying and reframing unhelpful thought patterns to promote healthier thinking and behaviors.
• Client-Centered Therapy: Focusing on the client’s perspective and creating an environment of unconditional positive regard.
• Mindfulness Practices: Building skills for emotional regulation, relaxation, and self-awareness.
• Solution-Focused Therapy: Helping clients identify practical, achievable steps to overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

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Services Offered

Samantha offers a variety of services designed to meet the needs of individuals and families:

• Individual Counseling: Personalized sessions for children, teens, and adults.
• Family and Parent Coaching: Strengthening communication and building supportive relationships within families.
• Workshops and Virtual Events: Covering topics such as parenting strategies, stress management, and emotional wellness.

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About Samantha

As a full-time preschool teacher at The Shlenker School, Samantha brings a wealth of experience in child development and an understanding of the challenges families face. Her professional background includes degrees in Psychology, Clinical Mental Health, and Education, as well as a Childhood Development Associate (CDA) credential.

Samantha’s personal journey managing Mild Cerebral Palsy (CP) since childhood has deepened her compassion and resilience, inspiring her to help others achieve balance and well-being in their own lives.

Samantha has a personal understanding of the challenges of living with a disability. She has been managing Mild Cerebral Palsy (CP) since she was a child. Samantha’s own wellness journey has inspired her to help others achieve a healthier, more balanced life.

It is important to note that wellness services are not a substitute for therapy. Wellness services do not include diagnoses or treatment of mental health conditions. If you are seeking professional mental health support, please contact Samantha about her counseling services or reach out to a licensed professional.

Samantha is committed to providing high-quality, ethical care to all of her clients.