Malisha Webber
LCPC
Practical, compassionate therapy for trauma and life change
- Trauma-informed care
- Skills focused
- Values based
About Malisha
She listens with respect and sensitivity, then tailors conversations and plans to the person in front of her. Sessions focus on practical skills people can use between meetings. That might include tools for managing strong emotions, improving communication, or coping with loss and change.
Therapists often mix approaches to fit a person’s needs, and Malisha draws from Trauma-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy among others. She uses these methods to help people notice unhelpful patterns, build healthier habits, and make values-based choices.
Her experience includes helping people work through attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, commitment and control issues, and the fallout of separation or domestic violence. She also supports work on guilt, shame, emptiness, and finding a sense of purpose.
People who choose her can expect clear goals, practical strategies, and a warm presence during hard conversations. To begin, a short matching process and scheduling step will connect a person to the next available session.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on addressing the impact of traumatic events and painful memories. It helps people process those memories, reduce their hold on daily life, and build coping skills to manage flashbacks or intense reactions.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, teaches people to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and to take actions that match their values. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods fit best based on goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions can blend elements from different approaches to meet changing concerns.
Confirm the specific session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks or from a quiet place. Some approaches lend themselves to practice exercises and homework that carry over well into daily routines, which can be convenient when working remotely.
These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing trauma-focused therapy does not mean a therapist holds a specific certification such as TF-CBT, EMDR or CPT.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Licenses listed
- LCPC, Illinois180015052
- NPI1518471960
As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Malisha address?
She supports people managing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, caregiver stress, guilt and shame, and loneliness.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is respectful and practical. She tailors dialogue and treatment plans to each person's needs and focuses on usable tools people can apply between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an IL LCPC credential and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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