Amma Bigbi
RIC
Woman
Black/African American
Education: Master's of Art in Counseling at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
License number: 0704017852
Experience: 2 years
Ages served: Teenagers (13 to 17), Adults (18 to 64), Elders (65 and above)
Languages spoken: English
Session style: Tele-therapy (video appointment)
About Amma

Amma Bigbi is a Resident in Counseling with three years of experience providing therapeutic support to children and adolescents facing a range of emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in 2023, where she gained a strong foundation in evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Amma is deeply committed to trauma-informed care and has completed extensive training to support young clients who have experienced adverse life events. She integrates a range of therapeutic modalities in her work, with a particular emphasis on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). These approaches allow her to help children develop healthier thinking patterns, regulate emotions, and build practical coping strategies.

Throughout her career, Amma has been dedicated to fostering resilience and promoting the emotional well-being of her clients. She believes in the power of individualized care, working collaboratively with each child and their support system to ensure that interventions are tailored to their unique strengths and needs.

Amma's Expertise
Specialties
Child and Adolescent Therapy, Crisis Intervention, Depression and Anxiety, Parenting Support, Substance Abuse and Addiction
Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family Systems Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapies
Plans Accepted
Medicaid
Aetna Better Health
Anthem HealthKeepers Plus
Molina Complete Care
Sentara Community Plan
United Healthcare Community Plan
Commercial Insurance
Evernorth (Cigna)
Out of Pocket
Cash