Samantha Pearson, AASW
AASW-accredited social worker for anxiety and trauma
- AASW accredited
- Attachment-focused care
- Online session options
About Samantha Pearson
Samantha Pearson is an AASW-accredited social worker based in Australia who brings seven years of professional experience to her clinical practice. She combines academic training - including a Bachelor of Psychological Science, a Master of Social Work, and a Diploma in Counselling - with practical skills developed across a range of settings. Her AASW credential indicates accreditation as a social worker in Australia and reflects her commitment to professional standards.
Samantha works with a wide spectrum of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, and coping with life changes. She also supports people facing attachment challenges, blended family issues, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose and sexuality. Her caseload encompasses mood and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and other complex presentations that intersect with everyday relationships and identity.
Clinically, Samantha often works from an attachment-based lens and draws on a variety of evidence-informed approaches to match each person’s needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, interpersonal strategies, and life story work. This flexibility allows her to tailor interventions for emotional regulation, communication, and relationship patterns.
Known for a warm, empathetic manner and a friendly, approachable presence, Samantha brings a sense of curiosity and lightness to her work. Outside of practice she enjoys travel, cultural experiences, and hobbies that include cats and Lego.
Samantha works with a wide spectrum of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem difficulties, and coping with life changes. She also supports people facing attachment challenges, blended family issues, caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, isolation and loneliness, and questions about life purpose and sexuality. Her caseload encompasses mood and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and other complex presentations that intersect with everyday relationships and identity.
Clinically, Samantha often works from an attachment-based lens and draws on a variety of evidence-informed approaches to match each person’s needs. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, solution-focused techniques, interpersonal strategies, and life story work. This flexibility allows her to tailor interventions for emotional regulation, communication, and relationship patterns.
Known for a warm, empathetic manner and a friendly, approachable presence, Samantha brings a sense of curiosity and lightness to her work. Outside of practice she enjoys travel, cultural experiences, and hobbies that include cats and Lego.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Samantha Pearson have?
Samantha Pearson has 7 years of experience.
Is Samantha Pearson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential AASW.
In which languages does Samantha Pearson provide therapy?
Samantha Pearson provides therapy in English.
Where is Samantha Pearson located?
Samantha Pearson is located in Australia.
How can I work with Samantha Pearson as my therapist?
You can work with Samantha Pearson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Samantha Pearson work with international clients?
Samantha Pearson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Samantha Pearson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches for online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and builds practical skills for living in line with those values. It focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to small, meaningful actions that reduce avoidance and increase well-being.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns influence current ways of relating, communicating, and managing emotion. This approach can be helpful for people addressing trust, intimacy, blended family dynamics, or parenting concerns by strengthening relational awareness and healing interpersonal wounds.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured tools for identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and social fears and provides clear strategies for symptom management and building resilience.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Samantha works collaboratively with each person to choose methods that align with their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time so therapy remains relevant and practical for the client.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging expands access and flexibility, making it easier to fit sessions into busy lives or to connect from different locations within Australia. These options allow therapists to offer consistent support, varied communication styles, and continuity of care while respecting each person’s comfort and scheduling needs.