Welcome to
Samayoa Therapy
Do challenges in your life seem overwhelming? Support from a qualified professional provides you with the guidance and perspective you need. As a Bay Area Native and a dedicated and experienced psychotherapist in the East Bay, I am committed to your well-being and mental strength. With expert and compassionate care, I will help you navigate life's obstacles and empower you to live your most fulfilling and meaningful life.
About
My name is Christopher Samayoa.
I am a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I provide evidenced-based treatments to adults, couples, and adolescents. My areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, substance use, and adjusting to life transitions. I also have specialized training and experience treating military veterans, first responders and their families.
I earned a A.A. degree in Administration of Justice from College of the Siskiyous, a B.A. degree in Psychology from The University of Arizona, and an M.A. degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of San Francisco.
Services
Specialty Areas
Anxiety
Depression
Posttraumatic stress disorder/Trauma
Grief and loss
Adjustment/ Stress management​
Life transitions​
Coping skills​
First Responders
Veterans
Therapy Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ​
Person-Centered Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
​Supportive Therapy
Treatment Modalities
​​Individual
Couples
Families
In person and Web-based​​​ (Telehealth)
Bilingual-Spanish*
Session Fees
Initial Phone Consultation (15 minutes) Complimentary
Intake Appointment (90 minutes) $200
Individual Therapy Session (50 minutes) $125​
​Couples (90 minutes) $200
Christopher Samayoa M.A.
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist 146217
Employed by Tri-Valley Counseling Center
Supervised by Debbie Curtis 96166
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Locations:
Walnut Creek (In-person)
Livermore (In-person)
Berkeley (In-person)
Telehealth to California Residents
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Evening & weekend availability
925-412-8737