Dr. Saja Mboge, LCSW
Narrative-informed LCSW helping people reshape their stories
Details
| Name | Dr. Saja Mboge |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Tennessee |
| Licensed in | Delaware, Tennessee |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 15 |
About Saja
Dr. Saja Mboge is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who draws on 15 years of practice to support people facing depression, trauma, grief, and parenting strains. He offers straightforward help for low self-esteem, mood problems, and the fallout from difficult relationships.
He uses Narrative Therapy alongside client-centered work to help people tell and reshape the stories that keep them stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy inform practical skill-building for managing mood, impulsivity, and intense emotions.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on clear goals and small, concrete steps. People leave with communication tools, coping strategies for distress, and ways to notice unhelpful patterns in daily life. The tone in sessions is respectful and down-to-earth rather than clinical.
Dr. Mboge has worked with veterans and others affected by trauma, and he pays attention to cultural and life-stage differences that matter to each person. He also supports people dealing with family of origin issues, separation and divorce, immigration-related stress, and feelings of isolation.
He holds LCSW credentials in Tennessee and Delaware and practices from Tennessee. Sessions are offered in English and include a range of online formats to fit different needs. To begin, a simple matching questionnaire is used so people can schedule a time that fits their life.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues among the things Saja works with, alongside the areas below.
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Immigration issues
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Paranoia
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Saja among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Saja among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Saja among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Saja among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Saja among the ways he works.
- Trauma-Focused Therapy: Listed by Saja among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Saja directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Saja directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and skills-based approaches work online
Dr. Mboge blends Narrative Therapy with client-centered work and CBT so online sessions can both explore life stories and teach practical skills. Narrative Therapy looks at how the stories people tell about themselves shape their choices and feelings, and it helps people rewrite those stories in kinder, more useful ways. Client-centered work focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so people feel heard and understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers clear steps to notice thought patterns and try new behaviors that reduce depression and mood swings.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. That collaborative process helps decide when to focus on storytelling, emotion regulation skills, or concrete behavior changes.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. Video lets people work face-to-face from wherever they are. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text are useful for brief conversations, ongoing reflections between sessions, and flexible communication during a busy week.
Common questions about this listing
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, and low self-esteem. Additional areas include attachment issues, codependency, mood disorders, and problems with communication.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a narrative-informed, client-centered style that emphasizes listening and collaboration. He also incorporates practical CBT and DBT skills for managing mood and impulsivity.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 15 years of experience working in mental health settings and with people affected by trauma and mood disorders.
What credentials and location should I know about?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - licensed in Tennessee and Delaware, and his practice location is Tennessee.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Contacting this therapist
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