Sami Crain, LMSW

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Mental Healthcare Provider

"Healing is not linear. It's a journey that can go at your own speed and together we can find the best way for you to navigate those roads."

Growing up, Sami found there were incredibly limited mental health resources available in her community. At the same time, there was an overwhelming stigma surrounding mental health. Needless to say, accessing mental health services was difficult.

Masters in Social Work, 2018
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 2014
American Military University, Charles Town, WV

Sami's Areas
of Expertise

Anxiety, Children, Co-Parenting, Depression, Divorce, Infertility, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Relationships, Stress, Substance Use Disorder, Teens, Trauma

Offering Mental Health Therapy Services For

Individuals of All Ages, Couples, & Families

Treatment
Methods

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectal Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, Relational Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma Informed Care

Get to Know Sami

Selecting a mental health provider is a very personal decision. Learn a bit more about Sami and what to expect when you or a loved one receive care with us at Covenant Family Solutions. Our mission is to unleash your potential.

Reaching out for mental health services for yourself or your child can feel overwhelming or scary. As your (or your child’s) therapist, you will find Sami to be genuinely emphatic and relatable. Her goal is to support you through whichever season of life you find yourself navigating.

Building Trust

Trust is earned. Sami understands it can be difficult to talk to and share your story with someone. She promises to create a safe and judgement free environment where you can find comfort in your conversations with her. Trust is everything.

#StopTheStigma

Growing up, Sami found there were incredibly limited mental health resources available in her community. At the same time, there was an overwhelming stigma surrounding mental health. Needless to say, accessing mental health services was difficult.

Later, as an adult, Sami spent 20 years as part of the active military community. In this season of life, she again watched as the stigma around mental health remain firmly rooted in place.

Enough is enough. Sami is on a personal mission to break down the stigma that prevents people from reaching out for support when they need it the most. She wants to do her part to provide support so that others can do the same.

Helping You Find Your Voice

“No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.”
Charles Dickens

You matter. Sami will support you (or your child) find your voice and feel empowered. She is grateful to be a resource and line of support during that journey. The ultimate reward for Sami is to be able to watch you discover yourself and heal.

Each Day is a New Adventure

Sami and her husband are proud to call Eastern Iowa home. After years of service, Sami’s husband recently retired from the United States Navy, having achieved the rank of Master Chief. Although they love traveling and experiencing new things, Sami and her husband are grateful to (finally) have life settle down a bit. Well, as settled as life can be with their three wild boys and a house full of chaos.

If you would like to start your adventure into discovering your self, please reach out to schedule an appointment with Sami. She would be honored to walk alongside you on your journey.

Anna Patty

Request an Appointment with Sami

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Congratulations on taking this first step in achieving your goals. If you have never been seen by Sami before, please complete the form below to schedule a time to set up your first appointment. If you are a current or past client, please send us a message or call 1-888-336-9661.

319-261-2292

CLINIC HOURS
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8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

MARION CLINIC
1655 Blairs Ferry Road
Marion, IA 52302

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