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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:

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  • 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.

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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
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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

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Emergencies & Disclaimers:

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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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