The Story of Sama

Inhale. Exhale. Samasthiti.

Sama Mental Health grew from the Sanskrit word in yoga meaning “equal standing”. Tadasana, or Mountain Pose, refers to the physical posture, while Samasthiti (practiced in Ashtanga yoga) is the mental state or intention of “balanced stillness”. It represents a state of calm focus and grounded awareness. Samasthiti is a quiet, fundamental reset point to align the body, mind, and breath.

In our work together, I hope to help you create more space for balance, stillness and rest.

Get to Know Me

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Hi, I’m Jenna Schmidt (she/her).

I’m a Washington-based therapist specializing in helping people who are struggling with anxiety and trauma.

I value honest and compassionate communication, community care and support, social justice, the soul healing power of nature, and the unconditional love of dogs. 

Prior to entering the field of counseling, I spent almost a decade as a high school teacher. Teaching and supporting my students eventually led me to the realization that mental health care and wellness was where my heart truly wanted to be. With a supportive community behind me encouraging my growth, I stepped out on the path toward a new adventure, a new career - and I am so grateful to be here now.

In addition to my counseling practice, I have the privilege of teaching weekly community yoga classes. I began practicing yoga more than 15 years ago and this practice has been integral in my own healing journey. Tending to my mind, body, and spirit in this way has helped me heal from personal traumas, eased anxiety and calmed my nervous system in a way nothing else ever had. Mind and body are intrinsically connected and it has been a joy to integrate the ancient wisdom of yoga into my counseling practice to create a more holistic, caring, and healing space, both for myself and for those I have the honor of working with. 

My Training & Education

    • Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Antioch University New England

    • Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (#MC61678656) in Washington State.

    • Certificate in Trauma Counseling - Antioch University New England

    • Gottman Method Couples Therapy (level 1) - The Gottman Institute

    • 200-hr Yoga Teacher Training - Sampoorna Yoga in Goa, India

    • American Counseling Association (ACA) - professional member

    • Yoga Alliance - Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)

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Change and growth are hard - even when they’re good.

I am here to support you. You’re not alone.


Click the link below to schedule a free, confidential consultation.