Samuel M. Chesterfield, LPC-S, is co-founder of Monster Wellness Consultants and a seasoned therapist and international mental health coach with 15 years of experience across diverse sectors. Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Mental Health & School Counseling from Southern University and A&M College.
Licensed in Colorado, Texas, and Louisiana, Samuel’s expertise spans private practice, public education, community mental health, and corporate wellness. His international coaching work has impacted over 20 countries, including Germany, South Korea, the United Kingdom, Australia, United Arab Emirates, South Africa, Japan, Canada, Ireland, Qatar, and multiple U.S. states, demonstrating a commitment to culturally competent mental health support.
Samuel recognizes that organizations from hospitality and healthcare to universities and corporate enterprises often lack effective tools to support employee mental wellness. He is passionate about partnering with organizations of all sizes and industries to design data-driven, evidence-based, and customized wellness programs that meet unique workplace needs.
Mental wellness is not optional when you hire humans. Samuel helps companies transform their workplaces into safe, thriving hubs for mental health because a supported workforce is an engaged and productive one. His tailored strategies improve resilience, leadership, and overall organizational effectiveness.
Featured nationally on platforms including Scripps News (formerly NEWSY), Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health Systems “We Listen, We Heal” campaign, Voyage Dallas Magazine, and SWASAP Louisiana Trio Achiever, Samuel continues to drive innovation through Monster Wellness Consultants, empowering organizations to cultivate sustainable success through employee well-being.
Interview with Newsy
Samuel sharing his professional expertise for a national news outlet about the trauma children experience in New Orleans.