Welcome! Meet Sam Kipen!

As an Intake Specialist, I am one of the first people you may come into contact with who can help you through our intake process! 

When you call into the intake team, you can expect to meet someone who will guide you through the intake process with compassion and patience and help you with the process of finding a therapist that is right for you. It is so important to be able to build a connection with your therapist, and I love that I can help our clients find someone they can build that bond with over time

I am passionate about making life a little easier for those around me! My hope is to make every one’s day a little better than it was before and leave them with the knowledge that someone out there cares.

Pictured with me is my cat, MaxiePad! Her favorite thing to do is play fetch at all times of the day, although 2am to 4am is her prime time. When she’s not playing fetch, she’s either telling me her life’s story or trying to dig into my couch cushions (she may be part dog). 

If I’m not at home with her, you can find me around the greater Grand Rapids area on my motorcycle. I started riding last year and am so excited I finally took that leap! I also enjoy spending time with friends or my twin, whether that’s finding new Shark movies, reading, or hunting for books to add to my never ending TBR.

I am so excited you are reaching out to us and I look forward to connecting with you over the phone!


What do you do as part of the intake team at Unity?

I’m one of the first people you may speak with when you reach out to Unity! I’ll help guide you through the intake process with patience, warmth, and care.

What do you enjoy most about helping people in this role

I love helping clients find the right therapist, someone they can truly build a connection with. It’s such an important part of starting the healing journey.

What can clients expect when they talk to you

You can expect someone who’s friendly, compassionate, and here to walk with you step by step. No pressure, no judgment, just support.

What are you passionate about?

Making life a little easier for others and leaving people feeling like someone out there truly cares.

What do you enjoy outside of work?

I spend my free time with my twin, reading thrillers, watching Shark movies, and exploring Grand Rapids on my motorcycle (I just started riding last year!).

Get to know Sam!

A few fun facts and friendly answers from our Intake Specialist, Sam!

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