Meet your therapist

Samantha Todd

My name is Samantha Todd, and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Indianapolis, Indiana. I earned my Master of Social Work from IUPUI. I work with individuals navigating significant challenges like life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and grief.

In our sessions, I take an eclectic approach tailored to your unique needs, utilizing parts work (IFS), EMDR, and strengths-based practices. I bring both humor and my own humanness to create a space that is genuine, supportive, and collaborative.

My Core Philosophy & Approach:

I truly believe that at your core, you are resilient and resourceful. My philosophy is built on the understanding that while life can be incredibly challenging, you possess the capacity for profound healing and change. My intention is to partner with you, offering the insight and practical tools you need to build confidence and sustainable self-support. My goal is to help you integrate these tools into your daily life so that when our work concludes, you feel fully equipped and grounded to continue your journey. Most importantly, we will approach every struggle with deep, non-judgemental compassion, and I will teach you how to treat yourself with that same kindness. I hold a safe space for all the "sticky," hard, and sometimes "ugly" parts of your story, because true healing happens when all of you is met with compassion.

Services offered: one-on-one counseling

In this space we will get to know each other, collaborate on your goals, and move towards healing. Whether you have been in therapy before or seeking services for the first time, it’s an honor to get to work with you.

Counseling sessions are 50 minutes long. Depending on your needs, we may meet weekly, biweekly, or move to monthly sessions once you’ve reached a maintenance phase. Currently, appointments are available virtually or as walk-and-talk sessions for those located in the Indianapolis area. Sessions are currently offered in the evenings on weekdays.

At this time I only work with individuals age 18+. I do not work with couples, families, or youth.

The story behind the name

Paper Bridge Counseling was inspired by one of my favorite books, The People of Paper by Salvador Plascencia, which I read during a time marked by heartache, loss, and uncertainty. In the story, paper represents both fragility and strength a reminder that even the most delicate things can carry great resilience. I chose the name Paper Bridge because it reflects not only the healing process that occurs in therapy, but also the power of relationships in that process. Just like a paper bridge, therapy is created with care and vulnerability, yet it has the strength to carry us across life’s hardest moments. In our work together, we’ll create space for growth, hope, and self-understanding. Empowering you to continue beyond therapy with confidence.