Mali Austriyak Mikhli - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

40 years experience | Intl Clients Welcome

About Mali Austriyak Mikhli

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

Licenses

LCSW-R

020384

Professional experience

Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Career difficulties
Coaching
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

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
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
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

Languages

English
Spanish
Yiddish

15 Reviews

“I am looking forward to healing and finding myself again and I am very thankful I have found someone like Mali, a caring gentle soul with a lot of experience.”

“She is amazing. Really understands me and really cares about helping me. I feel very safe expressing myself to her.”

“Mali has been a wonderful support to my husband and I.”

“Mali is amazing , she makes me feel comfortable and helps me through my concerns .”

“I’m enjoying working and getting to know my therapist.”

“She is wonderful.”

“She is attentive , a good listener, doesn’t judge and gives good advice!”

“Mali is compassionate and honest. She has helped me tremendously!”

“I have been working with Mali for the last few months and she has helped me through some tough situations. She listens to me and validates all of my feelings while also helping me to see things from a different perspective. Our weekly sessions are something I very much look forward to and I would highly recommend her.”

“I have seen several therapists over the years but so far, Mali Austriyak Mikhli has been the most compassionate and attentive therapist I have seen. Talking to someone who truly listens is a big help.”

“Mali is a great listener, at the end of the session she'll do a recap and gives very productive feedback. She is empathetic and tries to see things from all angles possible. She is easy to speak to and I highly recommend her.”

“She is amazing. Always compassionate and encouraging.”

“Mali is awesome! She understands what I need and is easy to talk to.”

“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.”

“Mali is helping us having a safe space to share our emotions and resolve conflicts. We really like her”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.