Ms. Samantha Tortora, LPCC-S

(she/her)
Preferred Name: Samantha

About Me

My approach to therapy is sex-positive, body-positive, and trauma-informed. I am trained in Prolonged Exposure (PE) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) – two evidence-based treatments for PTSD. I am also an Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapist, as I have completed full basic training in an EMDRIA-Approved Program (The Institute for Creative Mindfulness). EMDR Therapy can be used to treat a range of difficult or traumatic experiences. I’m also a Certified Wellness Counselor and work with my clients on improving the interdependent relationship between physical and mental health. I am trained in Brief Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Suicide Prevention and am comfortable working with recent suicide attempts and thoughts of suicide. Lastly, for clients whom it is appropriate, I offer Walk & Talk Therapy as an optional intervention.

Education & Experience

Youngstown State University, BA in Psychology
The Ohio State University, MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

Member, American Counseling Association
Chair, Ohio State University Eating Concerns Consultation Team (2019-2021)
Counseling Coordinator for CCS Intern and Practicum students (2018-2020)
Chair, Body Image Health Task Force (2018-2020)
Member, Central Ohio Eating Disorder Consultation and Prevention Team (2018-current)
Executive Committee, Central Ohio Counseling Association (2019-2021)
Volunteer, Columbus Metropolitan Library Reading Buddies (2020, 2022)
Secretary, Weinland Park Community Civic Association (2020)

Specialty Area

  • Abuse/Neglect
  • Addictions
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Issues
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Harm
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress Management
  • Suicide Risk
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • Seniors

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealth

see https://columbusbehavioralhealth.com/general-counseling-info-columbus/#Insurance