I have been a social worker for over 40 years. I picked this type of work because I learned at an early age the difference a competent, empathic and intuitive therapist can make in ones quality of life. I strive to be and do just that. I offer a treatment modality that is comprised largely of supportive and psychotheraputic intervention. I have experience with all ages and life stages as well as a great number of cultures, religions and lifestyles. My specialties are PTSD, bereavement and early childhood disruption and trauma .My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion . My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic therapy.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
NY LCSW-R 020384
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She is amazing. Always compassionate and encouraging.
Written on May 26, 2024 after therapy with Mali for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Mali is awesome! She understands what I need and is easy to talk to.
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Mali for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and sleeping disorders
Built a great rapport to start which is important to me. Mostly because you don’t want to open up to someone who is trying to judge or make you do work when you’re already hurting right from the start. She listens well and gives great input. Would highly recommend her to anyone.
Written on Mar 25, 2024 after therapy with Mali for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I love that it placed me w a therapist that understands me
Written on Jan 22, 2024 after therapy with Mali for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and parenting issues