Samantha Keiser
LCSW
Eugene, Oregon Telehealth Lic #L17495
Board-verified, cross-checked against Oregon state licensing boards. Accepting new clientsReported by the provider
About Samantha
From the outside, it looks like you've got it handled: the job, the responsibilities, the reputation for being reliable. Underneath, your mind rarely slows down: replaying conversations, second-guessing decisions you've already made, feeling guilty when you try to rest.
I work with young adults dealing with anxiety, perfectionism, and the kind of self-imposed pressure that doesn't ease up even when things are going well. A lot of my clients are exhausted by overthinking and frustrated that doing everything "right" hasn't actually brought them any peace.
Together, we'll figure out what's keeping that cycle going and build real tools for managing anxiety and pressure. Not just insight, but things you can actually use. My approach is collaborative, direct, and LGBTQ+ affirming, with no jargon and no script.
Most people start out feeling like they're carrying more than they can hold. Over time, that tends to get lighter with more confidence in your own decisions, less dread before hard conversations, and a life that feels as good on the inside as it looks from the outside.
If you're ready to stop carrying this alone, I'd be glad to connect.
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