Samara is a proficient clinical psychologist with 6 years of experience in dealing with various mental health problems.

She completed her master’s degree in clinical psychology and received extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy (CBT). She specializes in providing one on one psychotherapy and psychological support for adults for different clinical presentations.

Areas of specialty include the following:

– Interpersonal difficulties – adjustment – grief – Helping individuals with anxiety, depression, mood swings, OCD, phobias, personality disorders, impulse control disorders.

Samara speaks English, Arabic and French.

Focus Area

Addiction
ADHD
Adult Mental Health
Anxiety Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Psychology
Depression
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Panic Disorders
Phobias
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Experience

2020 – Present
Novomed Centers
Clinical psychologist

2018 – 2020
American University of Beirut – Beirut, Lebanon
Program counselor of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars program

2017 – 2020
Alexandre Nehme Medical Centre – Chekka, Lebanon
Adult Clinical Psychologist

2016 – 2018
Restart Centre (NGO) – Tripoli, Lebanon
Adult Clinical Psychologist

2014 – 2016
American University of Beirut Medical Center – Beirut, Lebanon
Clinical Psychologist training program

Education

2014 – 2016
American University of Beirut Medical Center – Beirut, Lebanon
Certified Clinical Psychology Training program

2013 – 2017
Haigazian University – Beirut, Lebanon
Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology

2008 – 2011
Notre Dame University – Beirut, Lebanon
Bachelor of Arts in Clinical Psychology

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and what psychological disorders it can help with?
CBT is a type of talk therapy that helps people change negative thought patterns and behaviors. It is commonly used to treat anxiety, depression, OCD, and phobias.

2. How can a psychologist help with anxiety and panic disorders?
A psychologist helps identify triggers, teaches coping strategies, and provides therapy to reduce anxiety and panic attacks, improving daily functioning and emotional stability.

3. What mental health problems can adult psychotherapy address?
Adult psychotherapy can help with depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, mood swings, phobias, personality disorders, adjustment difficulties, grief, and impulse control issues.

4. How does therapy help with grief and adjustment difficulties?
Therapy provides support, guidance, and coping tools for individuals facing loss or life changes. It also helps them process emotions, adapt to new situations, and regain balance.

5. Can a psychologist help with impulse control disorders and personality challenges?
Yes, psychologists can identify patterns, teach coping techniques, and provide structured therapy to help individuals manage impulses and develop healthier behaviors.

Samara Maarawi

Clinical Psychologist & Head of Psychology Department

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AR, EN, FR

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