Hi there!
I’m Sam Diamond, a Licensed Professional Counselor (#7811) and Licensed Professional Counselor/Supervisor-Candidate in the state of South Carolina. I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, sex therapy, self-esteem, ADHD, anxiety, and life transitions. I’m passionate about providing competent, affirming therapy for LGBTQ+ folx. As a member of the queer community myself, I understand first hand how important it is to work with a mental health provider who is not only affirming, but is also actively challenging the cisgender/heteronormative expectations of American society. For many clients living in the South, this approach is often a breath of fresh air.
In addition to being a member of the queer community and a fellow ADHD-er, I consider myself to be an ally to those who are BIPOC, in the kink/bdsm community, sex workers, and the vegan community. I fully believe that “ally” is an action-word and not just a title. My therapeutic style is queer/LGBTQ+ affirming, gender affirming, kink affirming, poly affirming, and sex positive.
In my downtime, I enjoy traveling, gardening, and spending time in nature. I believe in supporting local businesses, and I try to explore new stores, restaurants, and local events on my days off. I have two Siamese-mix cats who may make an appearance via telehealth if I’m ever working from home.
Credentials:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC SC #7811)
Licensed Professional Counselor/Supervisor-Candidate in SC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC NH #EL10649
M.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology from The Citadel
B.A. in Experimental Psychology from the University of South Carolina
Certificate in Kink-Affirming Provider Practice from The Buehler Institute
Certificate in Clinical Sexology from The Buehler Institute (estimated graduation: 12/2023)
Professional Memberships:
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT), member, 2022-Current
Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities (SAIGE) Division of the American Counseling Association, member, 2019-Current