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
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Intimacy related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, 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, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, 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
NY LCSW-R 020384
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mali Austriyak Mikhli. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Mali is always very attentive and empathetic. Always feel better after a session
Written on Jul 21, 2026 after therapy with Mali for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues
She’s great! She listens she remembers me. She exact what I needed
Written on Jun 23, 2026 after therapy with Mali for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
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.
Written on Jun 04, 2026 after therapy with Mali for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
She is amazing. Really understands me and really cares about helping me. I feel very safe expressing myself to her.
Written on Mar 31, 2026 after therapy with Mali for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder
I’m enjoying working and getting to know my therapist.
Written on Sep 26, 2025 after therapy with Mali for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and adhd
She is wonderful.
Written on Sep 19, 2025 after therapy with Mali for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem