Samuel Myrick, LCSW

Samuel Myrick is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with ten years of experience. He offers a calm, straightforward presence for people dealing with addiction, trauma, mood swings, and the hurt that comes from attachment and abandonment. Samuel writes plainly about recovery because he has lived experience in long-term recovery himself. He aims to help people feel less alone and more able to move forward.

Samuel creates an affirming space for LGBTQ+ people and young adults who are sorting through relationship challenges or identity questions. He focuses on reducing shame, improving communication, and building clearer boundaries. Sessions are aimed at practical steps people can use between meetings.

He blends client-centered work with trauma-informed care to help people understand how past events shape current feelings and behavior. That often includes looking at attachment patterns and how those patterns affect trust, closeness, and jealousy. The work can also cover substance use, bipolar mood swings, and compassion fatigue.

Samuel helps people develop coping tools for panic, mood regulation, and distress around body image or chronic illness. His style is direct but compassionate, and he encourages small, steady changes rather than quick fixes. He emphasizes safety and pacing when processing painful memories.

People start by describing their immediate concerns and goals. From there Samuel helps set clear, achievable steps. He supports people as they build healthier habits, stronger communication, and more dependable self-care routines.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Samuel describes his practice as client-centered and trauma-informed. Client-centered work focuses on listening and responding to what the person most needs in the moment. It helps people clarify goals, build coping skills, and practice new ways of communicating without feeling rushed.

Trauma-informed care means paying attention to how past experiences shape current reactions and safety. That approach emphasizes pacing, grounding techniques, and clear collaboration on what feels manageable during sessions. It is often used for people dealing with abuse, addiction, or intense mood symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Samuel will work with each person to match methods to goals and comfort level. He checks in about what helps, adjusts pace, and teaches skills clients can use between sessions.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people continue care while living with chronic illness or recovery demands, provided the chosen format meets their needs.