SAMMY TOUMA, LCSW, SHE/HER
Psychotherapist | EMDR Trained
Qualifications & Background
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 10 years of psychotherapy experience, I bring a unique medical perspective to my practice. I was accepted to medical school at 17 years old, providing me with valuable training in neurology, pharmacology, and psychiatry that informs my integrated approach to mental health treatment.
Therapeutic Approach
I offer a personalized combination of evidence-based modalities:
EMDR Therapy – Trained under a close associate of EMDR's founder who contributed to the official EMDR manual
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic-Based Therapy
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) elements
Gottman Method Couples Counseling – Specialized training
Areas of Expertise
My practice addresses a wide range of concerns including:
Trauma
Anxiety and Depression
Relationship Issues
ADHD and OCD
Life Transitions
Self-Identity and Self-Esteem Issues
Client Population
I work with clients across all age ranges from children to older adults, providing both individual and couples counseling.
Treatment Philosophy
My unique background in medicine enhances my therapeutic approach by integrating neurobiological understanding with psychological interventions. This body-mind connection perspective has proven especially beneficial for clients with complex presentations.
Practice Locations
Virtual Sessions: Available to all clients
In-Person Sessions (when necessary):
Long Island: Garden City, Melville, Manhasset, Hicksville
East End: Bohemia (closer to the Hamptons)
Client Feedback
Clients consistently describe their experience as "radically transforming," noting significant improvements in:
Self-confidence and future outlook
Development of effective coping strategies
Transformation of long-held negative thinking patterns
Hope restoration and emotional well-being
My approach is frequently praised for its depth of knowledge, genuine empathy, and concrete results across multiple therapeutic modalities.
