Humza Malik (he/him)

LSW
Accepting Clients

I'm here to empower you to uncover your truth and and to step into your authentic self, honoring your pace along the way.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Candidate in Chicago, IL

About My Clients

I work with people who are curious about who they are and how they want to grow, which can look like exploring identity, unpacking cultural and religious upbringing, expressing your truth in relationships and aligning with the person you want to be. Many of my clients identify as queer, neurodivergent, trans, POC, poly, and/or kinky, and are seeking clarity, connection, or simply a place to be real.

My Background and Approach

As a queer South Asian raised in an immigrant Muslim family, I carry my lived experience into my work and connect deeply with clients navigating similar intersections. I truly believe that healing is something we do together—collective, relational, and ultimately rooted in liberation. I see therapy as a collaborative process of self-discovery where we uncover your unique parts and work towards creating a life that feels aligned with your values and vision. My approach blends trauma-responsive care with more traditional therapy styles like psychodynamic, humanistic, and behavioral methods. Guided by foundational transformative justice and harm reduction values, I seek to nurture a space where courage, authenticity, and trust can bloom. If you feel called, we can also integrate spiritual tools like tarot, astrology, or other intuitive practices to support your journey.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I’m a queer, transmasculine, neurodivergent and gender-expansive South Asian therapist who understands firsthand how hard it can be to stay true to yourself in a world that asks you to shrink to be more palatable. I became a therapist to show up for my communities as a healer. I am anti-fascist, anti-racist, an abolitionist and proudly pro-Palestine. I’m passionate about creating a decolonized therapy space where you can show up as you are, discover what matters most to you, and step into your most authentic, grounded self. If my approach resonates with you, I encourage you to reach out to schedule a 15-minute consult.

Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
  • Aetna PPO
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Islam
  • Wicca/Paganism
  • Interfaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 2 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Urdu
  • Rate: $100 - 250/session

Info

Email Humza
3139 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
2650 W Montrose
Chicago, IL 60618

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