SHSam Hinson
LCMHCAOnline therapy across North Carolina
Feeling anxious, worn down, or like you're carrying more than anyone can see? Is your relationship stuck in the same argument on repeat? You don't have to keep carrying it alone.
A relatable, honest partner in the work.
I work with teens (15+), adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship strain, and I have a real passion for supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients. Clients tell me I'm relatable, a genuine listener, and easy to open up to in a space that can feel really vulnerable.
I know how hard it can be to reach out when you're not sure where to start. My style is kind, understanding, and light, but I'll be honest and direct when it matters. Together we start with where you want to end up, then map out the steps to get there.
My hope for every client is that they leave feeling confident and hopeful about today and tomorrow, and that they make peace with the hard parts of their past without pretending those parts didn't hurt.
Who I work with
- Teens (15+) and adults
- Couples working on communication and connection
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and difficult past experiences
- Neurodivergent clients, including autism (ASD)
- LGBTQ+ individuals and couples
- Life transitions, career, and self-esteem
“Cracks become craters. The things we push aside tend to grow, which is why reaching out now matters.”Something Sam tells clients often
Listen to understand, not to respond.
That's my guiding rule in session, and something I help couples practice with each other, too. I lead with a person-centered approach so you always feel heard, and I blend in CBT, attachment-based, and solution-focused tools.
Expect a warm, judgment-free space where it's okay to laugh, too. Many clients begin to feel lighter and more hopeful within the first few weeks.
- Free 15-minute call.We talk through what's going on and make sure we're a good fit.
- Get clear on the goal.In our first sessions, we name where you want to end up.
- Work backward from there.We map out the steps and build skills you can use between sessions.
- Check in and adjust.We review progress together and change course whenever something isn't working.
Twelve years in the classroom, now in the counseling room.
Born and raised in Charlotte, Sam spent 12 years as an elementary school teacher. What she loved most was helping students and coworkers through the challenges that had nothing to do with lesson plans, and that's what led her to counseling.
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA)
North Carolina, License #A19085
M.S., Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Walden University · Life, Marriage, and Family Counseling specialization
B.A., Elementary Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte · English and Communications concentration
3 years of clinical experience
Adolescents, adults, couples, and families
A little more about Sam.
Second-degree black belt and former Junior Olympics gold medalist.
Country: honest, down-to-earth, full of real-life stories.
Her son, every single day.
Coffee. She's a morning person.
The beach, or anywhere with crisp fall air.
A few quiet minutes to reset.
Keeping therapy affordable.
Insurance
In-network with Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Superbills available for out-of-network clients. Not sure what your plan covers? Reach out and we'll help. See current session rates →
Sessions with Sam
- Individual and couples therapy
- Secure telehealth anywhere in North Carolina
- Teens (15+), adults, and couples
Reaching out is already a brave first step.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if Sam is the right fit. No pressure, just a conversation about what you're looking for.