Samantha Plumski, LCSW, LICSW

Compassionate LCSW offering person-centered care

Strengths-based approach
Trauma and anxiety support
Flexible communication options

About Samantha Plumski

Samantha Plumski is a licensed clinical social worker with 13 years of professional experience, practicing across Minnesota and North Dakota. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials, which are clinical social work licenses that reflect her training and experience. Samantha focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes, working with each person to address the challenges they bring to therapy.

Samantha emphasizes a strengths-based, person-centered approach that invites open dialogue and values each person’s perspective. She creates a nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and where treatment is tailored to individual needs. Samantha brings respect, sensitivity, and compassion to clinical work and partners with clients to develop practical plans that reflect their goals. Seeking change can take courage, and Samantha aims to support and empower people as they take steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes ADHD

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityEmptinessImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Samantha Plumski have?

Samantha Plumski has 13 years of professional experience.

Is Samantha Plumski a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials. License details are ND LCSW 5708 and MN LICSW 18629. These credentials indicate she is licensed to practice clinical social work.

In which languages does Samantha Plumski provide therapy?

Samantha Plumski provides therapy in English.

Where is Samantha Plumski located?

She is located in North Dakota.

How can I work with Samantha Plumski as my therapist?

You can work with Samantha Plumski through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Samantha Plumski work with international clients?

Samantha Plumski does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Samantha Plumski 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. 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 and online care

Samantha Plumski commonly combines client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience and building a collaborative, empathetic relationship that helps people identify their own strengths and goals. CBT addresses the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns. DBT provides concrete tools for regulating intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and managing impulsivity, which can be especially helpful for people facing trauma, relationship strain, or mood challenges.

Samantha approaches treatment collaboratively and will work with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and adjustments are made together as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Samantha is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible, while supporting practical participation in therapy from home or work.

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