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Dr. Saja Mboge

Experienced LCSW blending CBT and client-centered care

LCSW Tennessee

Experience
15 years in practice
Focus areas
Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English

About Saja

Dr. Saja Mboge centers his practice on cognitive behavioral therapy while drawing on complementary approaches to help clients navigate difficult emotions and life transitions.

Background and approach

He has 15 years of clinical experience as an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and Delaware, and he focuses on concerns such as trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, self-esteem struggles, and depression. His background includes attention to related issues like attachment and abandonment, family problems, mood disorders, and challenges that can follow immigration or separation.

Mboge emphasizes practical, evidence-informed techniques alongside a client-centered stance that respects each person's story and goals. He works to create a therapeutic space where people can examine recurring patterns, build coping skills, and strengthen communication and emotional regulation.

Over a decade and a half of practice has informed his use of methods such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness, narrative strategies, and motivational interviewing to tailor support to individual needs.

Located in Tennessee and credentialed as an LCSW (TN LCSW 10247, DE LCSW Q1-0012883), he offers a measured, empathetic approach aimed at helping people move from crisis or stagnation toward clearer choices and more adaptive routines.

Combining CBT and Client-Centered Care for Online Support

Dr. Mboge commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete strategies for managing mood, anxiety, and problem behaviors; CBT is often useful for concerns like depression, self-esteem, and many mood-related difficulties. He also integrates client-centered therapy, which emphasizes empathy, listening, and collaboration to create a respectful space where a person's values and experiences guide the work.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and he collaborates with each client to determine which methods suit their needs and goals. That means trying techniques, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan so interventions fit the individual's preferences and life circumstances rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy with him is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to maximize flexibility. These formats support ongoing skill practice, check-ins between sessions, and easier access when schedules or location make in-person meetings difficult, allowing licensed professionals to provide consistent, structured care across different communication styles.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
Dr. Mboge works with issues including trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, self esteem, and depression, and he also addresses related topics such as attachment, codependency, and family problems.
What therapeutic style can I expect?
His approach blends client-centered care with cognitive behavioral techniques and elements of DBT, mindfulness, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing to match practical skills with personal exploration.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 15 years of experience working with a range of emotional and interpersonal difficulties, using that background to inform treatment planning and skill-building.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LCSW in Tennessee and Delaware with license numbers TN LCSW 10247 and DE LCSW Q1-0012883, and he practices from Tennessee.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English, and at this time he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats does he offer?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersParanoiaPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

Delaware, Tennessee

Languages

English