Bienvenidxs – Welcome!

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If you’ve landed here, it means you’re searching for support, clarity, and healing.

Y déjame decirte, estás en el lugar correcto.

Life can feel overwhelming. You might be navigating big transitions, struggling with anxiety, or feeling stuck between two cultures. Therapy isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about creating a space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow.

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ALMA VIVA FOUNDER

Seima Samuels, LCSW

I’m Seima, a licensed therapist, mamá, wife, daughter, and a bicultural Latina & Middle Eastern woman navigating life just like you.

Mi pasión por la terapia nació de mi propia experiencia con la identidad, la sanación y la resiliencia. I know firsthand what it’s like to juggle cultural expectations, personal growth, the daily stress of life, and the emotional weight of “being the first” to navigate so much.

That’s why I built Alma Viva Counseling Services, to create a space where you can show up as you are and feel seen, heard, and supported.

My Approach

At Alma Viva, we don’t see therapy as ‘fixing’ you, because you’re not broken. It’s about walking alongside you on your journey of self-discovery and healing. We believe therapy should feel warm, collaborative, and personalized to who you are. That’s why we draw from a range of evidence-based approaches, tailoring each session to fit your unique needs.

  • Fostering acceptance of thoughts and commitment to valued actions.

  • Reshaping thought patterns to improve emotional well-being.

  • Strengthening emotional connections in relationships.

  • Improving communication and navigating relationship dynamics.

  • Helping you find your own motivation for change.

  • Practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and finding clarity.

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Why Alma Viva?

“Alma Viva” significa una alma que está despierta, presente y en paz.

Eso es lo que quiero para ti.

Healing isn’t about becoming someone new, it’s about reclaiming who you were always meant to be. Let’s honor your journey, embrace growth, y encontrar esa paz que tanto buscas.

What to Expect

Therapy at Alma Viva is…

✔ Spanglish-Friendly – We can talk in English, Spanish, or both.

✔ Flexible & Supportive – Sessions are tailored to fit you.

✔ Practical Tools – No fluff, just real strategies that help.

✔ Warm & Direct – We hold space and gently challenge you to grow.

✔ Action-Oriented – We don’t just talk, we work toward real change.

✔ Safe & Judgment-Free – You don’t have to be perfect—just present.

Starting therapy can feel nerve-wracking, lo sé, it takes courage to take that first step. But you don’t have to do this alone. Here, you’ll find a safe and supportive space where we’ll navigate life’s challenges. No matter what you’re facing, we’ll work together to help you heal, grow, and move forward, one step at a time.

  • “My experience with Seima was truly life changing. I was very skeptical of therapy at first because I didn’t think it would help me at all, but this was very different. I experienced so much during my time with her, from break ups, “situationships”, homelessness, etc. During that time, she never looked down on me or shamed me for where my life was. She did hold me accountable though (which I didn’t always like), but I knew I needed it for my growth. She celebrated my wins and pulled me up when I fell down. The amount of passion she has for what she does is unmatched, I could tell by the resources she would send me (outside of our sessions) that she truly cared for me and was rooting for me! If you’re having second thoughts or just scared to make the leap into therapy, I can tell you from experience that Seima is the way to go. She has a very motherly presence, and you’ll feel safe with her. I’m so grateful for you Seima and my time with you. I wish you nothing but happiness and blessings with your new journey! God bless” — Anonymous

  • “I have seen a couple of good therapists, but Seima is exceptional. I truly do not say that lightly, I have been able to navigate motherhood, birth trauma, and marriage hardships in a transformative manner working with her. I would not have made the progress I had in the amount of time that I did without her!” — McKenzie R.

Motivation comes from within, and I’m here to help you activate it.