Dr. A. Mitra – PhD, MA, Multilingual Marriage and Family Psychotherapist
Dr. Mitra brings a rich multidisciplinary background in communication, social sciences, mindfulness practices, yoga, and family counseling. She is fluent in several languages, including English, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, and conversational Arabic.
Her clinical interests include working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds, including mixed-race and interfaith couples, intergenerational and multicultural families, immigrant communities, children, veterans, young adults, and older adults.
Dr. Mitra takes an integrative therapeutic approach, drawing from cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and meditation. She is dedicated to creating a safe, trusting environment where clients can explore challenges and collaborate on meaningful solutions.
She completed her Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Mercer University School of Medicine in Georgia and is a member of AAMFT and GAMFT. Her academic journey began with a bachelor’s degree in India, followed by two Master’s degrees in England and the U.S., and ultimately, a doctorate in the U.S. She currently works under the supervision of Marilyn Witbeck.
Beyond her academic and clinical training, Dr. Mitra has worked extensively with university students, veterans, refugees, immigrant communities, survivors of human trafficking, nonprofit organizations, and at Mother Teresa’s orphanages. Raised in a multicultural environment across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the United States, and having traveled to more than 20 countries, she brings a global perspective and deep cultural sensitivity to her therapeutic work.
CREDENTIALS:
- Master’s Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy
- Doctorate Degree in Sociology
- Holistic Therapy (GAMFT)
- Yoga, Meditation, Breathing and Mindfulness Teacher (AOL)
Therapy Specialities
Family Therapy
For each family member at-risk, there is a larger family system in place. If the individual is treated while the family is not, the cycle of dysfunction may continue. Many concerns can be addressed through family therapy, including grief & loss, life adjustments, behavioral or school issues, conflict resolution, communication, and mental and physical illness.
Couples Therapy
The right time to come to couples counseling is – when you decide you want to improve your relationship. In couples therapy, the relationship is the client. The therapist consults with the couple to define the problems they want to address and identify desired treatment outcomes. The therapist will ask each partner about their history with and without the other partner in the room.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy treatment , while mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) integrates aspects of CBT and mindfulness-based stress-reduction (MBSR) for treating depression, anxiety disorders, marital problems, trauma and PTSD.
What do all those initials mean?
- AMFT – Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
- CMAT – Certified Multiple Addiction Therapist
- CPCS – Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor
- CPTT – Certified Partner Trauma Therapist
- CSAT – Certified Sex Addiction Therapist
- Ed.S – Education Specialist
- LAPC – Licensed Associate Professional Counselor
- LMFT – Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
- LPC – Licensed Professional Counselor
- MA – Master of Arts
- MFT – Marriage and Family Therapist
- MS – Master of Science
- MSW – Master of Social Work
- NCC – National Certified Counselor
- NET – Neuro Emotional Technique