she/her
Debbie MalikLCSW
Location
Virtual, New Jersey
Insurance Accepted
Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth
Communication Style
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Focus areas
ADHD, Anger Issues, Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
BIPOC, Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Non-monogamous relationships, Students
Years of Experience
5+
Many clients describe our sessions as feeling like a conversation with a friend.
License number
#44SC05951000
Therapy style
My certifications ensure I can support you through even the toughest challenges. Building a strong connection from the start is important to me. I understand it can be daunting to open up to someone new, so I prioritize creating a safe and trusting space where you can be yourself at your own pace. Many clients describe our sessions as feeling like a conversation with a friend. I believe in a holistic and person-centered approach to therapy. Your journey is yours to lead, and I'm here to provide the tools and support that fit your specific needs. I draw from many treatment modalities to customize our sessions just for you.
Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Harm Reduction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Languages Spoken
English
Education
MSW - Social Work, University of Southern California
Interests
Outside of work, I find joy in creative outlets like soap making, baking, and crafting new kombucha recipes. These passions remind me of the importance of balance and creativity in both life and healing.