Malika Abdullah
Hi, I’m Malika Abdullah, MA, LPC. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, and my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel comfortable talking openly. I work with clients on concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, grief, and life changes, while helping them build practical coping skills and work toward meaningful goals.
First session
I hope clients leave the first session feeling heard, supported, and comfortable with the therapeutic process. My goal is for them to gain a sense of hope, feel that their concerns are understood, and leave with greater clarity about their goals and the steps we can take together moving forward.
Strengths
Some of the strengths I bring to therapy sessions include empathy, active listening, patience, and a nonjudgmental approach. I work to create a comfortable and supportive environment where clients feel heard and respected. I am also collaborative, compassionate, and focused on helping clients recognize their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and work toward realistic and meaningful goals.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who is ready to better understand themselves, build healthier coping skills, and make positive changes in their life. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, relationship concerns, grief, or life transitions. I value clients who are open to the therapeutic process and willing to work collaboratively toward meaningful and realistic personal goals that they want to achieve.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns, understand how thoughts can influence emotions and behaviors, and develop healthier ways of responding. Methods may include cognitive restructuring, coping skills, behavioral activation, problem-solving, thought tracking, relaxation strategies, and goal setting to support meaningful and lasting change.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- PennsylvaniaLicense PC019441