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Samayra Tavakoli, LPC

Supportive counseling for growth and change

  • Anxiety and stress support
  • Trauma informed care
  • Motivation and self esteem

About Samayra Tavakoli

Samayra Tavakoli, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma with 13 years of experience supporting people through stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and challenges with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. As an LPC, she is trained to provide professional counseling services and to help clients build practical skills for lasting change.

Her work centers on creating an open, supportive space where thoughts and feelings can be discussed without fear of judgment. Samayra values the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling life and to begin making meaningful changes, and she offers steady encouragement throughout that process.

She tends to work best with clients who are motivated, willing to be challenged, and ready to step outside their comfort zone. Samayra encourages an active approach to treatment, with effort and practice both during sessions and between sessions in service of the client’s personal goals.

In addition to her clinical work, Samayra is a behavioral health science professor with a strong commitment to learning and education, bringing that passion into the way she supports and empowers clients on their therapy journey.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

LGBTEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Samayra Tavakoli have?

Samayra Tavakoli has 13 years of professional experience providing therapy and support.

Is Samayra Tavakoli a licensed therapist?

Yes. Samayra Tavakoli is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oklahoma. License: OK LPC 11271.

In which languages does Samayra Tavakoli provide therapy?

Samayra Tavakoli provides therapy in English.

Where is Samayra Tavakoli located?

Samayra Tavakoli is located in Oklahoma.

How can I work with Samayra Tavakoli as my therapist?

You can work with Samayra Tavakoli through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Samayra Tavakoli work with international clients?

Yes. Samayra Tavakoli works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Samayra Tavakoli cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well to Online Sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and emotions without getting stuck in them, while building action steps that align with personal values. It can be especially useful when stress, anxiety, or life transitions make it hard to move forward.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. In sessions, Samayra Tavakoli may help clients identify unhelpful patterns and practice more balanced ways of thinking and responding, which can support concerns like anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem challenges.

Attachment-Based Therapy brings attention to how early and ongoing relationships shape current needs, boundaries, and connection. This approach can be helpful for relationship concerns, trust issues, and the impact of trauma and abuse.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Samayra collaborates with clients to understand what they want from therapy and to choose strategies that fit their goals, preferences, and readiness for change.

Online therapy can make that process easier to access and maintain. Sessions can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, and day-to-day responsibilities.

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