McClain Sampson, Phd, msw
This is coaching for couples who want to show up for each other without abandoning themselves.
What Is S.a.v.a.g.e. Couples Coaching?
Savage Couples Coaching is not about fixing you — it’s about freeing you.
This work is for couples who are committed to each other but ready to stop shrinking, silencing, or guessing to keep the peace.
You’ll learn how to:
Express your truth even when it’s uncomfortable
Set and respect boundaries without guilt
Resolve conflict without losing your connection
Honor your individual growth while staying emotionally aligned
Dr. Sampson is a certified transformational coach who uses her S.A.V.A.G.E. framework to help couples:Lead with values, not fear
Own their voice without power struggles
Reclaim intimacy rooted in mutual respect, clarity, and emotional maturity
Dr. Sampson is a certified transformational coach and seasoned educator with over 14 years on faculty at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work. Trained in Motivational Interviewing and the Martha Beck Wayfinder Life Coach Training Program. She brings a compassionate, evidence-informed approach to couples coaching.
Dr. Sampson created the S.A.V.A.G.E. Self-Care Framework, informed by her research and lived experience. Her work helps partners deepen connection while sustaining a strong sense of individual identity and purpose. Grounded in a philosophy of intentional thriving, her approach encourages clients to care for themselves as fiercely as they care for each other.
