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About Us
Healing Through Connection, Compassion, and Collective Care, Created for You
At Evergreen Collective Healing Practice, healing begins in a space where your whole self is welcomed, honored, and supported.
Evergreen Collective Healing Practice was founded on the belief that meaningful healing begins in a space where individuals feel seen, heard, and supported—without judgment. This practice is committed to offering intentional, trauma-informed care for those navigating life’s transitions, emotional challenges, and the complexities of personal and relational healing.
Evergreen Collective is led by Samantha Otero, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in New York. As a Latina therapist, Samantha brings a deep understanding of cultural identity, bicultural stress, and the nuanced experiences of navigating multiple cultural worlds. Her approach is rooted in both professional expertise and lived experience, offering thoughtful, culturally responsive care that honors the full complexity of each client’s story.
Samantha recognizes the impact of systemic racism, intergenerational trauma, and ongoing social injustice on mental health. Her work is grounded in respect, empathy, and an understanding of the unique experiences that people of color face. In therapy, identity is not only respected—but is central to the healing process. Whether clients are exploring racial identity, workplace stress, or the emotional toll of discrimination, Samantha creates space to foster resilience and empowerment.
She also offers an affirming and inclusive space for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you identify as queer, transgender, nonbinary, or exploring your identity, Evergreen is a space where you can show up fully as yourself. Samantha’s approach is sex-positive, social justice–oriented, and committed to honoring your truth and dignity.With a strong foundation in trauma-focused psychotherapy, psychoanalytic work, grief support, and Internal Family Systems, Samantha brings a grounded, integrative lens to her clinical work. She has years of experience supporting individuals and families across New York City in both community-based and private settings.
Before founding Evergreen, she served in various clinical and supervisory roles, including school social work and leadership in mental health training programs. In 2023, she was invited to share her work through a TEDx Talk, highlighting her commitment to healing in the areas of complex trauma and grief.Evergreen Collective Healing Practice provides a warm, affirming space for individuals, couples, and professionals to explore healing, develop resilience, and reconnect with their own inner wisdom. The practice is rooted in the core values of equity, empowerment, inclusion, and honoring the whole person.