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Jennifer Malkin

Jennifer Malkin, LPC

Therapist in South Carolina

Experienced counselor guiding real change

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessInfidelityLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Connecticut, South Carolina

Languages

English

  • Trauma and abuse focus
  • Practical goal setting
  • Emotion and relationship work

About Jennifer

Jennifer Malkin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who helps people sort through stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, and trauma. She speaks plainly and focuses on helping clients notice patterns, clarify goals, and make changes that fit their lives. Jennifer brings two decades of counseling experience to sessions and aims for a collaborative, respectful working relationship.

She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from Western Connecticut State University and an earlier Master’s in Education, plus a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Hofstra University. Her background includes work with a wide range of concerns such as parenting stress, addictions, intimacy issues, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and ADHD. She also addresses family of origin issues, communication problems, infidelity, and midlife transitions.

Jennifer uses several practical therapy approaches to match each person’s needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions focus on clear goals, identifying strengths, and learning concrete skills to manage emotions and relationships.

Her style is straightforward and accountable. She works with clients to set treatment plans, track progress, and address obstacles along the way. Jennifer emphasizes honest conversation and active effort from both sides to reach the goals people bring to therapy.

Jennifer practices in South Carolina and communicates in English. People interested in starting work with her are encouraged to complete the matching process and schedule according to availability.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on identifying values and taking committed action that matches those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship and helps people find their own answers through supportive listening.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will review goals, history, and preferences and recommend methods that fit the person’s needs. Together they can adjust direction over time if something isn’t working as hoped.

Session arrangements should be confirmed before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, whether you need shorter check-ins during a break or a longer scheduled appointment. It can reduce travel time and help maintain consistency when schedules are tight. Ask about current session options when you arrange the first appointment to ensure they match your day-to-day needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship problems, parenting strain, grief, addictions, depression, and many other life challenges.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is collaborative and straightforward. She helps clients set clear goals, learn skills, and hold themselves accountable for changes.

What is her professional background?

She has 20 years of counseling experience and holds a Master’s degree in Counseling plus an earlier Master’s in Education and a bachelor’s in Psychology.

What credentials and region apply to her practice?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with licensure recorded for South Carolina and practices in South Carolina.

In which languages can sessions be held?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps do I take to begin working together?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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