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transportation. In Romania, you would walk miles to destinations or use public transportation. Here, everyone drives,” she said. “Only immigrants can understand the stress and sleepless nights before traveling internationally and the knots in the stomach on the way to the airport. Now, I can finally enjoy the land of the free.” This country gave Sanson all that she is grateful for: “an amazing husband, two wonderful children, career opportunities, the chance to live my own individual American dream, financial stability, and the opportunity to visit places that I only dreamed about as a child. I feel privileged to live my life as a citizen of this country, which has given me so much.” Today, Sanson and her husband, William,
They cherish outdoor activities and travel, fostering a spirit of adventure and curiosity in their children. They spend lots of time outside with each other, hiking, kayaking, and playing golf. “We are committed to changing the landscape for our family in every area: emotionally, physically, socially, spiritually, and financially. We work hard to engage our children to make good decisions and get to know how their mind and body works so they can be the very best versions of themselves. We travel and expose them to different experiences,” she said.
Connecting with her Romanian heritage is important to Sanson. She does this in the kitchen, where she introduces and cooks foods that are unique to her culture and shares them with
are both licensed professional counselors in private practice in Texarkana. They specialize in helping adults and couples overcome barriers to
her family. In Romania, each person’s name is celebrated. Name birthdays are unique to the Romanian culture, so Sanson celebrates her kids’ names on their days
personal growth, focusing on anxiety, depression, self-esteem, and grief. “I became a therapist because I understood early on the importance of a growth mindset. Life happens to all of us, but the way we allow
to make it special for them. “We also stay connected with family members from Romania and the United Kingdom, talking with them frequently,” she said. Sadly, Sanson lost her father to cancer in 2020. Her mom still lives in Romania, where she has many friends and enjoys traveling throughout Europe. She has visited the US and Sanson hopes to one day travel to Romania with her children to visit extended family. As she reflects on her
it to impact us can create long-term changes in our trajectories,” she explains. Sanson’s practice,
Growth Counseling Services, embodies her belief in the power of healing and personal development. “We can grow from the things we go through or let them stunt our development. There is a saying, ‘We get better, or we get bitter.’ I will always choose to grow, be honored, and be grateful for every person and couple that allows me to join them on their journey. When we permit a therapist to join in, it can be a corrective experience that grants us permission to process and let go. I believe we all need to do our healing in order to grow to be the best version of ourselves.”
journey, Sanson remains profoundly grateful for the opportunities and experiences that have shaped her life. From the resilient child navigating the complexities of life in Romania to the compassionate therapist guiding others in Texarkana, her story is a testament to the human
Maria, around three years old, is captured here on picture day at preschool.
spirit’s capacity for growth and transformation. Sanson believes being a therapist is a calling. “I’ve seen so much in my earlier years that unprocessed trauma can distort our view of ourselves, turn into addiction, physical illness, and we will bleed on the people we love unless we take the time to do our healing.” As she continues to make a difference in the lives of those she touches, Sanson’s story reminds us all that no matter where we start, we have the power to shape our destiny and create a life filled with purpose, love, and fulfillment.
One of Sanson’s current goals is to focus on increasing awareness of therapy and mental health locally. “Research indicates that we wait too long to get help,” she says. Among her current projects are Boys Talk and Girls Talk, which are ongoing skills-based groups for boys and girls. These groups provide a place for them to safely express their thoughts and feelings and learn about healthy coping skills and a growth mindset. Sanson’s life is also deeply enriched by her family. She and William are devoted parents to two sons, Luca, 12, and David, 9.
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