Emmanuel Mihigo M.

Clinical Psychologist and Counseling Psychologist

(MA)

Emmanuel Mihigo M.

Clinical Psychologist and Counseling Psychologist

(MA)

Niboye, Kicukiro, Kigali, 250, Kigali City, Rwanda

Emmanuel Mihigo, has completed a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology and Therapeutics 2023, at the University of Rwanda, a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology obtained from UNIK in 2019 and an Advanced Diploma in Mental health Nursing obtained from Kigali Health Institute.With more than 15 years of experience, both in the clinic and in the community, this gives him multiple and varied experiences to be effective. He has worked in hospitals, in schools, in community mental health projects, and with refugees. He speaks French, English, Swahili, Kinyarwanda, languages commonly used in the Great Lakes region of East and Central Africa. Dedicated and highly experienced psychologist with a proven track record of providing compassionate and evidence-based mental health services. Possessing a deep understanding of various therapeutic modalities. I specialize in helping individuals navigate and overcome a wide range of psychological challenges. I have extensive experience working on trauma, adverse childhood events. The eclectic approach helps me to be able to give the best of myself without being too much a slave of any approach, which can be like constraint in providing holistic care. I am licensed Clinical Psychologist, member of Rwanda Psychological Society and Rwanda Allied Health Professions Council.

Practice Details

Session Fee

$50 USD

Languages

English and French

Therapy Format

Individuals, Couples, Families and Group

Age

Preteens (11 to 13), Adolescents (14 to 19), Adults (20 to 64) and Seniors (65+)

Genders

Men, Women, Transgender and Non-Binary

Faith

Christianity, Islam and Nonreligious

Sexuality

Hetero, Lesbian and LGBTQ+

Communities

Aviation Professionals, Cancer, HIV / AIDS Allied, Open Relationships, Single Mother and Veterans

Accepting clients

Online and In-person

Free Initial Consultation

Work & Education

Years in Practice

15 years

Education

University of Kibungo(UNIK),Bachelor's degree Clinical Psychology in 2019
Wait of Graduation at University of Rwanda ( Masters' of Clinical Psyshcology in 2024
Kigal Health Institute in 2005

Experience

Mental Health Nurse - Ndera NeuroPsychiatric Teaching Hospital (2006 - 2015)
Psychosocial Worker - Agahozo Shalom Youth Village(ASYV) (2016 - 2019)
Regional Peace Advisor - Rwanda Organization of Trauma Counselors(ARCT-RUHUKA) (2021 - 2023)
Project Coordinator - Initiative for Peace and Human Rights (2023 - 2023)

Certificates

Multicultural Trauma Treatment, GE, NBCC and UR certificate since 2018
Training on Trauma lifespan integration by Life span integration certificate since 2017
Training of Mental health facilitator, credential and education, NCCB& University of Rwanda, certificate since 2016
Trainer of Trainers in Mental health facilitation, ASAP Program, NBCC& University of Rwanda certificate since 2016
Training on Counseling disclosure and burn out focus by WE-ACTX for Hope, Rwamagana, Rwanda certificate since 2017
Formation sur la Dynamique de groupe, coopération Suisse& Association santé mentale Rwanda suisse certificate since 2016
Training of Psychological and Psychiatry approaches by Miguel Hernandez University and Ministry of Health, Nemba, Rwanda certificate since 2008
Training on Gender by RWAMREC, Kigali, Rwanda certificate since 2023
Formation sur les approches psycho-thérapeutiques dans la région des grands lacs, Bujumbura, Burundi certificate since 2022
Humanitarian Action Training, Kigali by Save the Children, Kigali Rwanda certificate since 2022
Online training on Migration Impacts on Trauma and health simulation, by UR and Canadian Refugee context certificate since 2022
Training on Mental Health and social cohesion by IOM, Rusizi Rwanda certificate since 2021
Conflict analysis and Gender sensitivity, by Alert International, Kigali Rwanda certificate since 2020

License and State

7583728138, Rwanda Allied Health Professional Council

Specialties

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Coaching

Eclectic

Medication Assisted Treatment

Medication Management

Multicultural

Narrative

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Positive Psychology

Psychoeducation

Psychopharmacology

Supportive Psychotherapy

Trauma Focused

Issues

Bipolar Disorder

Burnout

Career Counseling

Career Guidance

Child or Adolescent

Chronic Illness

Chronic Relapse

Communication Skills

Conflicts

Depression

Divorce

Domestic Abuse

Domestic Violence

Drug Abuse

Dual Diagnosis

Emotional Disturbance

Family Conflict

Grief

Group therapy, school prep

Life Coaching

Life Transitions

Loneliness

Medication Management

Men's Issues

Mood Disorders

Oppositional Defiance Disorder

Panic Attacks

Parenting

Peer Relationships

Problems with Children

Psychosis

Relationship Issues

School Issues

Self Esteem

Self-Harming

Sleep or Insomnia

Stress

Substance Use Disorder

Suicidal Ideation

Trauma and PTSD

Wellness Mindfulness Resiliency training

Women's Issues

Address

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Getting to know the psychologist: You can talk to the psychologist to see if they are a good fit for you in terms of their work style, personality, and specialization.

Defining the problem: You can describe your problem in detail and get qualified advice from the psychologist, which will help you better understand the nature of your problem.

Developing a plan of action: You can get recommendations on how to solve your problem, which methods and approaches may be the most effective.

Feeling supported: You can get emotional support and feel that you are not alone, because the psychologist will listen to you attentively.

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Those looking for a psychologist: A free consultation can help you make the right choice, as you can talk to several psychologists before making a final decision.

Those who are unsure whether they need psychotherapy: A free consultation can help you understand whether psychotherapy can help you solve your problem and whether it is right for you.

Those who have a limited budget: A free consultation is an opportunity to get qualified help from a psychologist for free, to see if you need further psychotherapy.

Those who may be nervous or hesitant to start psychotherapy: A free consultation gives you the opportunity to overcome your fear of the first meeting with a psychologist, get answers to your questions, and feel more confident.

Important:

A free consultation is not a substitute for psychotherapy.

In a free consultation, the psychologist cannot give you a final diagnosis or prescribe treatment.

The purpose of a free consultation is to help you determine if a psychologist and psychotherapy are right for you, and to give you the first steps to solving your problem.

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

During this first session: potential clients have the chance to learn more about you and your approach before agreeing to work together.

Offering a free consultation will help you build trust with the client. It shows them that you want to give them a chance to make sure you are the right person to help them before they move forward. Additionally, you should also be confident that you can support your clients and that the client has problems that you can help them cope with. Also, you can avoid any ethical difficult situations about charging a client for a session in which you choose not to proceed based on fit.

We've found that people are more likely to proceed with therapy after a free consultation, as it lowers the barrier to starting the process. Many people starting therapy are apprehensive about the unknown, even if they've had sessions before. Our culture associates a "risk-free" mindset with free offers, helping people feel more comfortable during the initial conversation with a specialist.

It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session:

It can last from 15 to 30 minutes, with the specialist determining the appropriate length for this introductory meeting.

The free initial consultation is not intended to be a full therapy session. It is an opportunity for the client to learn more about the specialist and their approach to therapy, and to decide whether they want to work together.

The specialist should set clear boundaries for the free initial consultation, including the length of the session and the topics that can be discussed.

The specialist should be prepared to answer questions from the client about their experience, training, and qualifications.

The specialist should not give specific advice or recommendations during the free initial consultation. This should be done during a paid session.

Emmanuel Mihigo M.

Clinical Psychologist and Counseling Psychologist

Emmanuel Mihigo M.

Clinical Psychologist and Counseling Psychologist

What are the benefits of a free consultation?

Who is a free consultation suitable for?

Important:

Potential benefits of a free initial consultation

Another key advantage for Specialist

It's important to note that the initial consultation differs from a typical therapy session: