Therapist profile
Manga Omasombo, LICSW, LCSW
Virginia
LICSW counselor - Anger and stress
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- CredentialsLICSW, LCSW
- LicenseLICSW, District of Columbia / LC200001593; LCSW, Virginia / 0904014486; LCSW, North Carolina / C018463
- NPI1316599012
- Experience5 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationVirginia
About
- Client-centered approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Manga
Manga Omasombo is a licensed clinical social worker - LICSW and LCSW - practicing in Virginia with five years of professional experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, grief, anger, and other life challenges. Manga writes plainly and focuses on practical steps clients can use in day-to-day life.
She approaches sessions from a client-centered stance, which means conversations begin with what matters most to the person in the room. Manga also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thought patterns and try different responses. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy inform shorter-term goal work and changes that people want to test between sessions.
In practice she talks through concrete problems - sleeping and eating issues, parenting strain, work-related stress, and coping with major life changes. She also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, and concerns like hoarding or HIV / AIDS. Conversations tend to emphasize clear steps and small, achievable shifts in behavior.
Manga draws on five years of clinical work across settings and brings straightforward feedback during sessions. She encourages clients to set realistic goals and track what helps. The focus is on making measurable progress rather than vague promises.
Sessions are conducted in English, and she accepts international clients. Prospective clients should confirm session options and formats before booking to ensure they meet their needs.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Manga uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client's priorities, opening sessions by asking what matters most that day. This approach helps people set personal goals and decide which areas to tackle first such as anger, sleep, or relationships.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical behavior changes. CBT work online often involves homework between sessions, tracking reactions, and trying small experiments to notice what shifts behavior and mood.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. She works collaboratively with clients to choose approaches that align with their goals and preferences. Together they adjust pacing, the balance of skills practice versus problem-solving, and what to focus on from week to week.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Once confirmed, online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins, or enabling work around a break at the office. These practical benefits make it easier to practice new skills consistently without promising any specific outcome.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
District of Columbia, Virginia, North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does she address?
She helps adults who struggle with snapping at loved ones, building resentment, workplace frustration, and other anger-related concerns.
What therapeutic style does she use for anger?
She blends Client-Centered Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to identify triggers and practice different responses.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has five years of clinical experience working with stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials and practices in Virginia.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border details when you schedule.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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