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Mrs. Lisa Michele Mbriwa, MA, PA LPC PC010360 is a counselor in Rome, GA specializing in counseling. Mrs. Lisa Michele Mbriwa, MA, PA LPC PC010360 is affiliated with BetterHelp.
“I bring a compassionate, person-centered, process-oriented approach to therapy. I want you to feel heard, seen, valued and understood as the unique person you are. Each person has a story and a purpose, and I am privileged to hear your story, honor your beliefs and worldview, and walk with you through life’s challenges. I began my career as a therapist in community-based mental health 15 years ago, where I worked with people going through various difficulties. My work spans a wide range of concerns, including trauma and stress, abuse, relationship conflicts and communication, blended family and interracial dynamics, couples counseling, infidelity, anxiety and depression, grief and loss, pregnancy and childbirth transitions, parenting issues, anger management, and learning healthy boundaries. I have extensive experience working with children and families involved in foster care and the child welfare system. I also have additional training and experience in counseling from a Christian perspective, including navigating issues like church hurt. My therapeutic approach is grounded in respect, authenticity, and genuine care for your wellbeing. I combine cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapy, but adjust my therapeutic approach to your needs. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences at your own pace. I believe in meeting you where you are and walking alongside you as you move toward healing and growth.”
Connect with this therapist via:
Online messaging - send messages throughout the day as you have time; relax and give yourself opportunity to fully ponder each step of the conversation
Video Visits - connect over video conferencing software for a virtual session -- almost as if you're there in person
Phone Visits - good old-fashioned technology for those who don't want to worry about appearance or who have might have internet bandwidth limitations; a little bit like connecting with an old friend, but with a counselor instead
Instant Message (IM) Visits - real-time chat -- like a phone call, but over text
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Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
She has a state license in Pennsylvania.
Licensed In: Pennsylvania
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Ms. Lisa Mbriwa's area of specialization is counseling. Areas of particular interest for Ms. Mbriwa include depression and parenting issues. She is professionally affiliated with BetterHelp. BetterHelp reports that Ms. Mbriwa is accepting new patients at her office in.
