- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Life purpose questions
About Samiyra
Samiyra Shabazz-Dixon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky with six years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Samiyra also addresses issues like attachment and abandonment, caregiver strain, and questions about life purpose.
She focuses on creating an environment where clients can speak honestly about their thoughts and feelings. Sessions are straightforward and conversational. Samiyra listens for patterns that keep people stuck and helps them notice options for change.
Samiyra often helps people who feel overwhelmed by guilt, shame, or impulsivity. She supports those coping with isolation, money worries, and the emotional fallout of separation or divorce. Practical problem solving and clearer communication are common topics in her work.
For people recovering from trauma and post-traumatic stress, she pays attention to safety, pacing, and what the person can manage in each session. She also helps people rebuild self-love and confidence after painful experiences.
Her approach is direct and steady. She encourages small, manageable steps and checks in about what is and isn’t working. To begin, clients complete an intake questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Samiyra uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood and relationship concerns. Cognitive approaches help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of thinking. These techniques are often useful for anxiety, depression, and control or money worries.She also draws on trauma-informed methods that focus on pacing and what a person can tolerate in a session. These methods aim to reduce overwhelm and help people regain a sense of steadiness after abuse or post-traumatic stress.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review goals, symptoms, and preferences with each person and recommend strategies that fit their needs. Clients and therapist decide collaboratively which techniques to try and when to adjust them.
The original profile does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm options before booking. Many people choose online sessions for the practicality of fitting therapy into a busy day, shorter check-ins during breaks, or to avoid travel. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to work remotely, and she will discuss how to make sessions useful within the formats she offers.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression. Additional areas include attachment, caregiver stress, and life purpose.
How would she describe her approach in sessions?
Her sessions are conversational and direct, focusing on noticing patterns and practical steps. She aims to help clients identify manageable changes between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That experience includes work with trauma, mood concerns, and relationship difficulties.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted. Prospective clients should plan for services within the United States.
Which session formats are available?
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm exact pricing during the sign-up process.
What do I need to do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That initiates the intake and booking process.
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