Johnetta Sams, M.S., LGPC

About The Clinician

Johnetta received her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Bowie State University and her Master’s in Counseling from the University of the District of Columbia. She has extensive experience working with children and parents in the DC foster care system and has been involved in various social services.

Her clinical practice focuses on anxiety, depression, life adjustments, self-esteem, and communication skills. Johnetta has worked with child welfare, social services, and behavior intervention organizations. She is passionate about helping individuals deal with their mental health challenges and improving their quality of life.

She believes that therapy and the process of change require clients to be engaged and willing to incorporate what they learn in session into their everyday lives. She uses Motivational Interviewing and the 5 stages of change to support this process.

Johnetta’s ideal clients are adults and couples. She is most equipped to handle issues related to anxiety, depression, life adjustments, self-esteem, and communication skills. She is committed to working with her clients to ensure they feel supported and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.

Credentials

LGPC

MA in Counseling, University of the District of Columbia

B.S. in Sociology, Bowie State University

Approach

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
• Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
• Mindfulness
• Motivational Interviewing