Odunayo Samo LMFT-A

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, trained in Gottman Method Level 1, and a Christian therapist with over 25 years of experience in ministry. My faith is at the center of who I am and how I approach therapy. I believe every person is created in God's image with inherent worth, strength, and the capacity to heal. My approach blends clinical tools with faith-informed and trauma-informed care. I draw on evidence-based models to support clients in finding their own reasons for growth. For clients who welcome it, I integrate scripture, prayer, and Christian doctrine directly into sessions. I work collaboratively with my clients, partnering with them to set goals and often incorporating homework between sessions to reinforce progress and build lasting change. I also bring cultural awareness and lived experience into the therapy room, so clients don't have to explain their identity or translate their emotions to be understood.

Finding a therapist who understands both your cultural and spiritual background can feel difficult. I bring lived experience, cultural awareness, and Christian faith into the therapy room, so you won't have to explain your identity from the start or translate your emotions to be understood. My goal is to create a space where your story is honored and your healing is supported with both cultural sensitivity and faith-informed care. As a Christian therapist, I believe every person is created in God's image with inherent worth, strength, and the capacity to heal. My faith shapes not only who I am, but how I walk alongside my clients, with compassion, hope, and a deep belief in our ability to bounce back from life's hardships. I integrate Christian faith, scripture, and prayer into sessions for clients who welcome that approach, always honoring where each person is in their journey. Whether we're processing pain, working through anxiety, or navigating a difficult season. You're supported.