Samantha Machniak-Cedano, LCPC, CADC

Before joining Footprints, Samantha gained extensive experience working with diverse populations, including youth with developmental disabilities, women navigating eating disorders, trauma, and co-occurring conditions, as well as adults facing substance use disorders. She holds a master’s degree in counseling and is deeply committed to her work in the behavioral health field.

Samantha’s mission is to combat the stigma surrounding substance use disorders through education and by offering support not only to individuals struggling with addiction but also to their families. For her, the most rewarding aspect of this work is building meaningful connections with those who feel they have lost all hope, helping them rediscover their strength and resilience.