“You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope.” ~Thomas Merton
About Samantha Allen
Sam is a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, and parishioner of Christ the Good Shepherd in Spring, TX. She graduated with a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Counseling and Development with a specialization in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling. Sam also graduated from the Augustine Institute with a Master of Arts degree in Theology, and has training as a spiritual director and Theology of the Body educator. Through her experience working as a school teacher and Director of Faith Formation, she gained a love for learning about the unique story of each individual and accompanying others through life’s challenges and celebrations.
Sam works with individuals, couples, children and adolescents. Under the supervision of Dr. Renee M. Fauria, EdD, LPC-S
My Favorite Prayer:
Divine Mercy Chaplet
My Favorite Mental Health Quote:
“You do not need to know precisely what is happening, or exactly where it is all going. What you need is to recognize the possibilities and challenges offered by the present moment, and to embrace them with courage, faith and hope.” ~Thomas Merton
My Favorite Bible Verse:
“I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete” John 15:11
My Favorite Saint:
St. Therese of the Child Jesus and the Holy Face
What I do for fun!
I enjoy running, reading, dance parties with her daughters, and enjoying a good meal with family and friends.
