Meet Sam

Welcome to My Practice

Sam Wasfi, MS, LMFT

I am a Christian and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over fifteen years of experience specializing in couples therapy. I integrate the Gottman Method with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)—two of the most research-backed approaches for helping couples repair, reconnect, and build lasting intimacy. But beyond the science, my work is deeply personal. I’ve sat in the client’s chair myself. I know firsthand how vulnerable this process can feel; the courage it takes to face your relationship struggles head-on; and I also know the transformation that’s possible when two people commit to doing the hard work together.

I started my clinical work in 2010, originally with a primary focus on children. Early on, I realized that true, lasting change doesn’t happen in isolation—it happens in the relationships that shape us. This understanding led me to shift my focus from children to couples, helping them break free from painful cycles, rebuild trust, and create the kind of partnership where both people feel truly cared for and valued. I knew that the greatest gift that can be given to a child is having parents at home who deeply love each other. 

Throughout my career, I’ve worked in diverse settings—from outpatient clinics to correctional facilities. My time working with incarcerated individuals deepened my belief that no matter our circumstances, we all long for the same thing: someone we can trust, someone who loves us, and belonging that gives us meaning and purpose. Between 2012 and 2016, I served as a clinical supervisor for a government-funded program in Massachusetts, overseeing therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and families in underserved communities.

In 2021, I opened my private practice, where I worked with couples and individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, infidelity, complex trauma, and addiction. Whether people felt like they were speaking different languages, struggling to rebuild trust, or questioning if they can ever feel close again, I offered a structured yet deeply compassionate approach to healing that has been successful.

Beyond my work, I am a husband, a father to two wonderful children, and a person of faith. These roles shape how I approach therapy—with warmth, deep empathy, and an unwavering belief in the power of love to restore and transform the pain cause by the violation of love.

Trainings and Certifications:

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 1

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 2

  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy Level 3

  • Gottman: Treating Affairs and Trauma 

  • Gottman: Couples and Addiction Recovery

  • The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work Leader Training 

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy, Attachment-based Interventions for Couples in Crisis

  • Risking, Reaching and Responding: Transforming Relationships in Stage 2 of EFT

  • Soothing the Threatened Brain: Using Attachment Science to Create Bonding, Satisfying Relationships with Sue Johnson, Ed.D.

  • Certified PREPARE/ENRICH Facilitator.  

FAQs

  • For couples, I use Gottman Method Couples therapy. Please visit https://www.gottman.com for more information regarding assessment and treatment. 

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    I generally view relationship issues from an attachment lens, which means I give a special focus to your early relationships, particularly how you received love, and experienced connection and support. 


    I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when unhelpful ways of thinking lead to undesirable outcomes. We explore how these thoughts or beliefs came to be and you get to decide if you want to keep, or replace them with more helpful one. 


    For people who feel stuck and overwhelmed by emotions, I love using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which teaches acceptance of the things that you cannot change and commitment to the things you value (what you want to stand for in life). This often prioritizes the doing more than the feeling, which can be very helpful for someone who is paralyzed by anxiety. 


    I often use Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help people make sense of seeming contradictions within themselves. When competing desires, thoughts, or behaviors are causing distress to the individual or couple, IFS can help people feel integrated, whole. IFS suggests that all of your different competing parts are good, sometimes "burdened or exiled," but they are always good. IFS helps to create harmony where tension, burden, and fear exist. 

  • I am not contracted with insurance panels, but I do provide a medical/billing statement that you can submit to your respective insurance company for reimbursement. 

    To be an informed consumer, you should know the following. In order for your health insurance company to cover the cost of your treatment, a therapist must diagnose you with a mental health disorder. It is then up to the insurance company to decide on the frequency and duration of the treatment based on "medical necessity." For this reason, some prefer to pay out of pocket. 

    I do offer a sliding scale when finances are a prohibiting factor to getting the help you need in order to get back on track with your life. There are a select amount of sliding scale spots that are offered during the course of each quarter of the year.

  • A typical individual therapy session is one hour. For individuals in crises or couples and families, I offer a 90 and 180 minute session when longer sessions are needed for crisis management and stabilization.

  • Couples Therapy | 60 mins | $200 | Get started

    Couples Therapy | 90 mins | $275 | Get started

    Individual Therapy 60 mins | $175 | Get started

  • "Sam has a true gift for creating a safe space where couples feel seen, heard, and understood. His expertise in relational dynamics, coupled with his sincere dedication to helping couples connect and rebuild trust, makes him an exceptional therapist."

    Dr. Clara Bertan 

    Marriage and Family Therapist, DMFT

  • "Sam Wasfi is an outstanding Christian therapist that I have referred many congregants to over the past several years. He is extremely knowledgeable, displays a unique depth of understanding the human person in terms of combined traditional Christian anthropology along with the best of contemporary practices, and has a profound sense of compassion towards all his clients. I cannot recommend him highly enough!"

    Fr. Kyrillos Ibrahim M.A. Theology

    Parish Priest 

  • “Sam Wasfi is hands-down one of the best therapists I know! I constantly ask him to help me with really difficult situations and he is always exceptional! His advice is spiritually and biblically principled and always very sound. He is also extremely insightful and can often get to the root of a problem that most people don’t see.”

    Dr. Mark Solimon

    Professor at USC and Archdeacon of the LA Dioceses

  • "Sam Wasfi is an exceptional Marriage and Family Therapist. With a deep passion for supporting couples through their most challenging times, Sam brings a warmth and understanding to every session. His expertise in couples therapy is evident through every conversation I have had with him, blending empathetic listening with practical strategies tailored to each couple's unique dynamics. Whether helping to navigate communication issues, rebuild trust, or strengthen the emotional connection, Sam has a remarkable ability to guide couples toward healthier, more fulfilling relationships. I have personally experienced Sam’s amazing ability to create a safe, non-judgmental space that encourages open dialogue and genuine healing. I have no doubt that Sam is an asset to anyone seeking to improve their relationship. Sam’s dedication and care make him stand out within the mental health field."

    Dr. Marina Yacoub Psy.D.

    Clinical Psychologist

  • “Sam Wasfi is an exceptional therapist to whom I frequently refer clients. His genuine compassion, deep understanding, and unwavering commitment to care set him apart. With a strong Christian foundation and extensive knowledge and experience in the field, he provides unparalleled support and guidance, making him one of the most trusted professionals in his field.”

    Fr. Paul B, MFT

    Parish Priest 

  • "I have encountered numerous therapists throughout my career and have always thought about whether or not I would want to see them for therapy in order to offer a genuine referral. Sam is absolutely someone I would not only want to see, but would happily refer to on a regular basis. He is kind, warm, and thoughtful. His enthusiasm over wanting to help people is obvious from your first encounter with him. I recommend him as a therapist with no hesitations!"

    Maggie Ateia, Psy.D. 
    Licensed Clinical Psychologist