Mallory Kleps
I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable showing up as they are and exploring the things that matter most to them. My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and grounded in building a strong therapeutic relationship. I believe that each person brings their own unique experiences, strengths, and perspectives into the therapeutic process. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I meet clients where they are, take the time to understand their individual needs, and work together to identify goals that feel meaningful to them.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin.
I work with adults navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), trauma-informed care, person-centered therapy, and strengths-based practices. I am also trained in Progressive Counting, an evidence-based approach to trauma treatment. Taking the first step toward therapy can feel intimidating, but you don't have to have everything figured out before you begin. I'm here to meet you where you are and help you take things one step at a time.
First session
Think of your first session as a chance for us to get to know each other. We'll keep things relaxed and focus on building a connection while learning more about who you are, what's important to you, and what's bringing you to therapy. We'll explore your current stressors, relationships, supports, interests, and strengths, as well as what you'd like to get out of therapy. Together, we'll begin identifying goals and discussing what you'd like your therapeutic journey to look like. There's no pressure to have everything figured out beforehand—we'll take it one step at a time.
Strengths
I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and my role is not to tell you how to live your life, but to help you better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, navigate challenges, and feel empowered to make the changes you want for yourself. Whether you're working through a difficult season, healing from past experiences, or simply hoping to better understand yourself, I strive to meet you with compassion, honesty, and authenticity along the way.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is interested in making meaningful changes in their life, gaining a better understanding of themselves, or navigating challenges that may feel overwhelming. They may have a sense of what they want to work toward, even if they're feeling uncertain, ambivalent, or stuck when it comes to taking the steps to get there. I primarily enjoy working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, relationship concerns, and significant life transitions. I also enjoy supporting those who may not have a specific diagnosis but are experiencing a difficult season of life and are looking for support, clarity, or direction. I value working with clients who are open to engaging in a collaborative therapeutic process, exploring their thoughts and experiences, and identifying goals that feel meaningful to them. I recognize that readiness for change looks different for everyone, and I strive to balance encouragement and gentle challenge with patience, flexibility, and respect for each person's individual journey. Ultimately, I enjoy working with clients who are willing to show up as they are, participate in the therapeutic process, and explore the possibility of change at their own pace.
Ongoing work together
Our ongoing work together will be collaborative, flexible, and centered around you. We'll continue checking in about what's happening in your life, exploring challenges, building coping skills, and working toward the goals we've identified together. Some sessions may focus on learning new tools or strategies, while others may involve processing experiences, recognizing patterns, or simply making space for what's coming up that week. I'll offer support, perspective, and encouragement, while also gently challenging you when it feels helpful. Therapy isn't always a straight line, and your needs may change along the way. We'll continue adjusting our work to meet you where you are, recognize your progress, and help you feel more confident navigating life's challenges.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients recognize the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we'll identify unhelpful thought patterns and beliefs that may be contributing to emotional distress, explore alternative perspectives, and develop practical coping strategies. My goal is to help clients build awareness, challenge patterns that may be keeping them stuck, and develop tools they can apply in their everyday lives.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I incorporate DBT to help clients develop practical skills for managing intense emotions, navigating difficult situations, and improving relationships. Together, we'll work on building emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. My goal is to help clients feel more equipped to manage challenging emotions, respond rather than react, and navigate everyday stressors with greater confidence.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify their strengths, recognize what's already working, and focus on the changes they want to make in their lives. Rather than spending all of our time focused on problems, we'll explore possibilities, identify realistic and meaningful goals, and build on existing resources and successes. My goal is to help clients recognize their ability to create change and identify manageable steps toward the future they envision.
Location
Virtual sessions