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Samantha Love

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Bio

My life goal is to become a licensed psychologist specializing in autism and neurodiversity. I’m passionate about making assessments and mental health services more accessible, especially for women and adults who often go undiagnosed or misunderstood. After serving in the military and spending over a decade in special education, I founded a consulting firm to bridge the gap between schools, families, and clinical support. I bring lived experience, academic dedication, and a deep commitment to inclusion to everything I do. I believe my background in both education and psychology uniquely equips me to contribute meaningful change in the field and help others feel seen and understood.

Education

Saybrook University

Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)
2024 - 2028
  • Majors:
    • Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Antioch University-Seattle

Master's degree program
2011 - 2013
  • Majors:
    • Education, General

Liberty University

Bachelor's degree program
2009 - 2011
  • Majors:
    • Psychology, General

Bellevue College

Associate's degree program
2005 - 2007
  • Majors:
    • Criminal Justice and Corrections, General

Miscellaneous

  • Desired degree level:

    Doctoral degree program (PhD, MD, JD, etc.)

  • Graduate schools of interest:

  • Transfer schools of interest:

  • Majors of interest:

  • Not planning to go to medical school
  • Career

    • Dream career field:

      clinical psychologist

    • Dream career goals:

    • Human Intelligence Collector

      Army
      2007 – 20114 years

    Sports

    Weightlifting

    Varsity
    2021 – Present5 years

    Awards

    • Adaptive World Champion
    • National Champion

    Public services

    • Volunteering

      National Multiple Sclerosis Society — Volunteer
      2011 – Present