Get to Know Me

I'm Sam Anderson, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). I grew up in Minneapolis, studied psychology and sociology at the University of Minnesota, and earned my Master's in Social Work from the University of St. Thomas. I've been doing this work since 2013. My office is in Plymouth, and I also see clients by telehealth across Minnesota.

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I live in Champlin with my wife and our two kids. Outside the office you'll find us at local sporting events, playing board games, or getting outside.

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What therapy with me is like

I'm supportive, but I'm not just going to nod along. You'll get validation and a place to be honest about what's going on, and you'll also get direct feedback, suggestions, and the occasional push. Most of our work comes back to two things: understanding what's driving what you're feeling, and building skills to handle it differently.

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I keep a smaller caseload on purpose so I can be focused and prepared for the people I work with.

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Who I work with

Teens and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, panic, big emotions, communication struggles, and everyday stress. I identify as a cisgender white man, and I'm committed to being a safe, nonjudgmental space for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and older adult clients.

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How I work

• DBT: recognizing what's happening in the moment and using a skill instead of reacting on autopilot.

• CBT: noticing the thoughts that make things harder and learning to shift them.

• CPT: a structured, well-researched approach for trauma and PTSD, usually 12 or so weekly sessions.

• ACT: making room for the hard things you can't control so you can put your energy into the things you can.

• Mindfulness: practical ways to slow down and notice before you respond.