FAQ’s

• Samantha works with Adult clients 21+

50-60 minutes is the most popular length of session; however, sessions can be accommodated at 30 or 45 minutes if necessary.

Samantha no longer has a physical office due to high demand for virtual services.

Telephone sessions are a last resort option due to safety of the client; Samantha prefers to be able to see the client virtually or in person to help with being present and in the moment, recognizing nonverbal body behavior while reflecting on situations that may cause discomfort. Samantha will ask that session is rescheduled if running late and calling while driving as this can prevent a safety concern that liability insurance on either end would not cover in the event the client is involved in an accident during session.

• Adult Clients age 21+
• Individual sessions- However family members may be invited into the session if necessary alongside treatment.
• Common Concerns (not a complete list – click here for more information) – Please note Samantha is a general service provider, if you have significant trauma or mental health concerns a referral to a specialist may be more appropriate.
  • Emotional Irregularities
  • Depression
  • Anxiety/ Stress Related
  • Trauma informed
  • LGBTQ+IA accepting
  • Self esteem
  • Body positive
  • Young adult phase of life concerns
  • Physical Illness or Chronic Pain
  • Foster care and Adoption
  • Seperation
  • PTSD

Art Therapy, Narrative Theory, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), Use of Play in Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, and Family Systems. While Samantha does not specialize and does not have full certifications, she attends training to be as trauma, or DBT/CBT informed as possible.

At this time Samantha does not have other specialties but can refer you as necessary to other providers. Samantha is considered a general counselor in an outpatient setting at this time. If at any time a client becomes a higher risk, with safety concerns and higher level of care or specialist referral is required, this will be discussed during or between treatment sessions if necessary.

Homework is agreed upon on a case-by-case basis, like with different learning styles, some people prefer worksheets and others prefer to talk out case by case examples. If desired will be upon request and we will do our best to make it as easily achievable in the time the client has available.

Therapy: When the past is preventing your future to some extent, and you need a safe place to process situations or help processing the present day with intense feelings.

Coaching: Not everyone needs therapy, some need an: Accountability Partner, Cheerleader, and or step by step help finding the way to achieve their goals! There may be some emotion but not to the extent therapy is required to move forward. At this time workshops are available for Wisconsin residents, individual coaching packages are not available. If you are out of state, feel free to reach out regarding virtual group individual packages.

• Samantha’s services continue to evolve. Check here for more information on how creative coaching can benefit you!
• Why is Coaching listed Separately?
  • Clients cannot be both therapy and coaching clients at the same time, even if coaching skills or therapy skills are implemented at the appropriate time in one’s sessions, they are utilizing the coaching service over all or the therapy service.
• Samantha has been an Independent Certified Optavia Health Coach in the past, if you would be interested in services please let Samantha know and she can renew her certification- you can find more information here about the weight loss program. Optavia is a nutrition based weight loss program that has coaching, education, reflection and food package involved, and now includes “active!” portion. Samantha encourages you to discuss this or any weight loss program with your doctor or contact the programs support for any questions or concerns regarding specifics of the meal plan before starting.
• Bariatric surgery assessments
• Paint Party Events, Intuitive Art Workshops – Check here for more information! Events can be held for fun, birthdays, ladies’ night, fundraisers, corporate events and much more! Events can be hosted in any location including restaurants, bars, corporate offices or even your own home! More information coming soon- preregistration required to attend. Samantha has worked with NAMI in the past to provide creative womens wellness nights, check back later for 2026 dates!

• “Peace in Colorful Dynamics” is a Mental Health Clinic with a specialization in Art Therapy. The clinic is owned and operated by Samantha Hanson a clinically trained Licensed Professional Counselor, and registered Art Therapist , and provides Virtual Video therapy for the state of Wisconsin.
• Here you have the option of Traditional Counseling and or a combined treatment of both Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy to give you an opportunity to add to your knowledge base and assist you in your journey to improved quality of life. Through assessment and analysis, each individualized treatment plan will be as unique as you are with a combined approach of artistic media and counseling. The art is not a requirement, only an opportunity.
• Through virtual counseling, we can both engage in creating during the appointment. For virtual treatment if choosing to do creative route Samantha can provide a list of encouraged supplies and budget friendly options to assist with growing your creative toolbox.
• In the event of your concerns requiring specialized training such as severe anxiety, severe depression, autism, ADHD, or another area of concern that Samantha may not have enough training to support, Samantha will assist you in finding a referral.  Samantha has a strong knowledge base however is a general counselor with outpatient status, “informed” care is a good start, however some complex cases require more.

Please Note: Art Therapy may look different with Telehealth services.

Traditionally, Art Therapy is an expressive form of “talk therapy”. If you have difficulty finding the words when it comes to daily stress or anxiety, using the senses and sensory output (being creative or hands on with the materials) can be helpful in identifying and expressing your needs. In creating and discussing through art, it may be less stressful to recall memories or events alone. The act of creating can be mindful, meditative and relaxing from using repetitive movements. Art Therapy can also be used as a method of distraction from stress.

• Samantha provides clinical and non-clinical services, outside of therapy Samantha is an artist herself, and has started providing intuitive art workshops, and wellness events – check here for more info: paint
• Virtual art group through Squirrel Space, a neurodivergent community, TBA September
• Bariatric Surgery Assessments, Letters and ongoing therapy if a resident in Wisconsin