- Faith-informed approach
- Practical coping strategies
- Relationship and family focus
About Samuel
Samuel Hargrove is a licensed marriage and family therapist who aims to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and major life changes. He writes plainly and listens closely to what each person brings to sessions. Samuel combines compassion with practical steps so people can manage daily pressures and feel steadier.
He has practiced in Indiana for 33 years as an LMFT. Over that time he has focused on supporting people who are navigating relationship tensions and family concerns. Samuel offers a faith-informed perspective for clients who find that helpful, and he adapts his approach to each person’s beliefs and priorities.
In sessions he emphasizes building coping strategies and emotional resilience. Conversations move from identifying immediate problems to testing small changes that fit into everyday life. He aims for straightforward ideas that people can try between meetings.
Samuel also helps people during transitions such as job shifts, relocations, or other major life events. He pays attention to how those changes affect routines, mood, and relationships, and he works with clients to regain a sense of control.
People who prefer a respectful, values-aware approach may find his style approachable. He combines decades of practice with a focus on practical, step-by-step work to address the concerns people come with.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Samuel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional support. One common approach he relies on helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns so anxiety and low mood ease. Another approach emphasizes learning concrete coping skills and routines to manage stress and daily demands, which is useful when someone needs quick, actionable changes.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. Samuel works with each person to choose methods that match their goals, values, and what feels doable in day-to-day life. He checks in about progress and adjusts the plan as needed so the work stays relevant.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the offered session formats before booking since formats were not specified. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time. Talk with the therapist about what will make sessions practical for you, such as session length, frequency, and whether you prefer face-to-face video or another arrangement.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
33+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Samuel focus on?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a compassionate, plainspoken style that combines listening with practical steps clients can try between sessions.
How long has he been practicing?
Samuel has 33 years of experience as a licensed therapist working in Indiana.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is an LMFT and practices in Indiana.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from outside the United States?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.