Samar Ayyub (she/her)

LCIASW, M.Ed, RYT 500
Accepting Clients

Welcome! My name is Samar and I'm so glad you're here. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation. Email me to get in touch!

Clinical Social Worker in ,

Services
  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

Do you struggle with chronic and everyday stress, anxiety, burnout, and depression? Or are you exploring a recent or historical ADHD or autism diagnosis? These are common themes, stressors, and life experiences I work through with clients. Together, we'll find a unique and practical approach to meet your goals and work through the challenges, emotions, or shame you might be experiencing.

My Background and Approach

My clients often describe me as grounded and supportive, patient and calm, nurturing and kind, yet direct with a sense of humor. My unique approach to therapy is a culmination of my clinical background, my yoga and meditation teachings, and my time spent in the classroom. My approach is person-centered, with a mix of evidence-based practices. My primary goal is to ensure you feel welcome, safe, and can explore your uniqueness which makes you, you. I meet you where you are—with curiosity, compassion, and care.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that healing happens in relationship—with ourselves, others, and the world. My work is guided by values of transparency, collaboration, and empowerment. I’m a Maryland native who takes immense pride in her Palestinian culture and upbringing. I was raised in an immigrant household as a first-generation child, which positively shaped my perspective and the way I relate to others, problem-solve, and empathize with peoples' needs.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Humanistic Therapy Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Relational Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists Autism Spectrum Disorder
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Learning Disorders
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Women's Issues
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Islam

At A Glance

  • Experience: 3 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $160/session

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