Dr. Samira Paul Olive Tree Psychology Clinic (She/her)

Clinical Psychologist, PsyD
Accepting Clients

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with the authority to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology in over 40 states.

Clinical Psychologist in Bethesda, MD

About My Clients

Whether you are navigating the silent weight of anxiety and depression, the heavy expectations of family, or the complexity of being a multicultural individual in a high-pressure world. You don't have to suffer anymore. Person-centered practice can help you, and I look forward to helping you develop the skillset to take your life back.

My Background and Approach

Therapy needs to be more than just 'venting.' It is ought to be a space where your lived experience is the starting point, not an afterthought, a space where you can develop the skills needed to overcome obstacles to your well-being. I move beyond the standard clinical scripts to offer a partnership that is warm, direct, and deeply personalized.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

We’ll dig into the 'why' behind your stress and relationship patterns, but we’ll also focus on the 'how' offering practical tools to help you reclaim your peace. Whether we are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma or navigating family conflict and processing career burnout, my goal is to help you move from 'just getting by' to living a life that feels aligned with who you truly are.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Out of Network
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • United Healthcare
  • CareFirst
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Arabic
  • Rate: $200/session

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