Maleha Rizwan (she/her)

LPCC
Accepting Clients

Feeling overwhelmed or stuck? I offer warm, evidence-based therapy to help you heal, grow, and reclaim your sense of clarity and connection.

Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota

Services
  • Individual
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

Are you feeling anxious, down, or just not like yourself? Maybe life feels overwhelming, or your relationships aren’t what you’d like them to be. You don’t have to navigate it all alone. I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood. Using proven, practical tools, we’ll work together to help you find balance, build confidence, and move forward with clarity. Wherever you are in your journey, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

My Background and Approach

With years of experience supporting adolescents and adults through life’s challenges, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and major life transitions. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs. I integrate evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, CPT, and MAP to help you gain insight, develop effective coping tools, and create meaningful change. In our work together, you can expect a warm, nonjudgmental space where your voice is valued and your goals are the focus. Whether you're navigating difficult emotions, relationship struggles, or simply feeling stuck, I’ll meet you where you are—with curiosity, respect, and genuine care. Therapy with me is an active process rooted in trust, safety, and connection. You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. If you're ready to explore your next steps, I’m here to walk with you toward greater clarity, confidence, and emotional well-being.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that everyone has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change—no matter where they’re starting from. Life can be incredibly hard at times, and it’s normal to feel overwhelmed, lost, or disconnected. But I also believe we’re not meant to go through those moments alone. I see therapy as a space for honest reflection, self-discovery, and building the tools you need to feel more grounded and empowered. I believe in showing up with authenticity, compassion, and curiosity, and I welcome all parts of you—your strengths, struggles, and everything in between. Growth isn’t about becoming someone else; it’s about reconnecting with who you are and learning how to move through life with more ease and confidence. I’m here to support you in that process, at your pace, and in a way that feels real and meaningful to you.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Processing Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Bipolar
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychosis and Schizophrenia
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self-Esteem
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: Less than a year
  • Languages: English

Reach out to Maleha