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Mariama Samateh, LMFT

  • Experience12 years
  • LocationFlorida
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • LanguagesEnglish, Bambara, and Wolof
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About Mariama

Mariama Samateh is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Florida who brings 12 years of clinical experience to her work.

Background and approach

She frames individual concerns within the larger systems that shape relationships and behavior, helping clients explore how family dynamics, stress, and past trauma influence present challenges. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, parenting concerns, addiction, mood disorders, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

She draws on client-centered principles and evidence-based methods to create a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can examine patterns and develop practical tools. Mariama emphasizes understanding the why and how behind difficulties, building insight that leads to concrete strategies for coping and change.

She encourages honesty, compassion, and accountability while helping people reclaim a greater sense of agency. Sessions focus on strengths and problem-solving so clients leave feeling more empowered even if some questions remain.

Fluent in English, Bambara, and Wolof, she accepts international clients and offers flexible online formats to fit different needs and schedules.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and building a collaborative, empathic relationship so clients can explore their goals and values; it supports growth by centering the person's experience and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical strategies that can help with anxiety, depression, and mood regulation.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to assess needs, try methods that fit their goals, and adjust strategies over time so care aligns with preferences and life circumstances. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in planning and adapting their therapeutic path.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for people balancing work, family, or long-distance circumstances. These formats make it easier to attend regularly, use tools between sessions, and maintain continuity of care when schedules change. Licensed professionals use these options to tailor pace and contact style so therapy can remain accessible and responsive to each client's needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
Mariama works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, parenting, addictions, bipolar and ADHD among other mood and trauma-related concerns.
What is her overall therapeutic style?
Her approach centers on a client-focused, nonjudgmental environment that emphasizes self-discovery, compassion, accountability, and practical tools for managing life challenges.
What clinical experience does she bring?
She has 12 years of experience working with individuals and families, with a background in systemic therapy that looks at how relationships and systems influence behavior and outcomes.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with the license FL LMFT MT3898 and practices from Florida.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English, Bambara, and Wolof, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she use?
She offers a variety of online options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

CodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityMood disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuse

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English, Bambara, Wolof

What Mariama can help with

Mariama Samateh works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and depression.

Mariama has eleven years of experience working with children, families, adults, and couples.

How Mariama approaches therapy

Mariama's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Mariama is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Florida, with 12 years of clinical experience.