Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services
Samantha Santiago is a dedicated wellness clinician currently providing evidence-based, trauma-informed outpatient therapy at Bridgeway Behavioral Health Services since February 2023. Prior to this role, Samantha served as an intake counselor at Spectrum Health, where evaluations of mental health and substance use severity were conducted to inform treatment plans. Experience as a CADC intern at Khaleidoscope Health Care Inc involved similar responsibilities of assessing client needs and goal setting. Earlier in the career, Samantha worked as a student advisor at TriAd Media Solutions, and as a server at Dorrians Red Hand. Additionally, Samantha gained valuable experience as a counseling intern at the Boys and Girls Club of Hudson County, focusing on supervising peers and children's interactions. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, both from New Jersey City University, complemented by an Associate of Arts in Psychology from Hudson County Community College.