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Inspiring Real Conversations Around
Healing, Growth & Transformation​​

 

As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and EMDR practitioner, I bring not only clinical expertise but also a grounded, compassionate presence to the stage. Whether I’m speaking to a room of professionals, parents, educators, or community members, my goal is always the same: to create connection, clarity, and meaningful change through conversation.

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Topics I Speak On

I offer talks, workshops, and panel facilitation on subjects related to trauma, relationships, identity, emotional health, and parenting, including:

  • AI Companions & Mental Health: What You Need To Know

  • Understanding Trauma & the Nervous System

  • Healing From Childhood Wounds in Adulthood

  • EMDR Therapy: How Trauma Healing Actually Works

  • Mid-Life Transitions & Identity Shifts

  • Parenting While Healing Your Own Story

  • Emotional Resilience & Boundaries

  • Reclaiming Your Voice After Relationship Trauma

  • Mental Health in the Workplace

  • Sex, Shame, and Emotional Safety

  • Co-Parenting with Clarity & Compassion
     

All topics can be tailored to meet the needs of your audience — whether it’s a corporate setting, clinical training, school event, women’s group, or private retreat.

My Speaking Style

I speak the way I practice therapy — with heart, clarity, and presence. I aim to educate and engage, but also to hold space for real, often unspoken human experiences.

Audiences often describe my talks as:
 

  • Grounding and illuminating

  • Deeply relatable and inspiring

  • A balance of science, story, and soul

  • Safe, inclusive, and trauma-informed

  • Practical and empowering

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Booking & Inquiries
 

If you're interested in booking me to speak, teach, or collaborate, please reach out with details about your event or audience. I'm happy to create a customized offering for your group.

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Online and in-person individual, couples, family, marriage and EMDR therapy in Westlake Village, California
You’re Not Meant to Do This Alone

Whether you’ve been in therapy before or this is your first time reaching out, I meet you where you are. If you're ready to begin — or just curious — I invite you to connect with me. Submit the form here to schedule a free consultation or first session.​

Location:

 

The Ludington Institute (in-person & online)

875 S. Westlake Blvd.
Suite #112
Westlake Village, CA 91361

Phone: 805.449.4375 ext 3#

Email: sam@sammavistherapy.com

Emergencies & Disclaimers:

If you are in crisis or in need of immediate support, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988, or go to your nearest emergency room. Please note: submitting this form does not establish a therapist-client relationship.

Thank you for your message! I will respond to you as soon as I can.

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Online and in-person individual, couples, family, marriage and EMDR therapy in Westlake Village, California

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Sam Mavis is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and EMDR practitioner based in Westlake Village, California specializing in working with men and women (in-person and online) navigating mid-life transitions, identity shifts and relationship challenges. 

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