Samantha Watson, LICSW

Pronouns: she/her

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a background in intensive family therapy, individual therapy, public policy, and advocacy.

Since becoming a parent myself and since experiencing postpartum anxiety firsthand, I have been eager to strengthen the conversation about maternal, perinatal, and reproductive mental health in my own community. The journey from preconception to parenthood is not linear and can often feel isolating and confusing; it does not need to be taken alone. I believe therapy at all stages of the way is critical.

My goal is to establish a safe environment to have open, honest, and non-judgemental conversations that support all experiences with reproductive health, pregnancy, loss, childbirth, parenting, partnership, and self-care.

EDUCATION

  • B.S., Lesley University

  • MSW, Salem State University

TRAINING

  • Postpartum Support International and 2020 Mom: Maternal Mental Health Certificate Training for Mental Health and Clinical Professionals

  • Postpartum Support International Advanced Perinatal Psychotherapy

  • EMDR Training Part 1 & Part 2 - The Institute for Creative Mindfulness