Dr. Amanda Malak
Psychologist, Doctorate of Clinical Psychology (PsyD)Using individualized mental health care, I support you as the unique being the universe made you to be.
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Gender identity issues, sometimes called gender dysphoria or gender conflict, occur when an individual feels an inconsistency between their physical gender and the gender they truly feel or identify with. This most commonly exhibits itself as a physical discomfort with the gender one was assigned at birth, including the feeling of being in the wrong body. Children with gender dysphoria may express disgust of their own genitals or a certainty that they will grow up to be the opposite sex. Some individuals with gender identity issues treat this feeling by physically modifying their bodies to better match their gender identity. Gender dysphoria comes with it an increased risk for depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, and bullying. If you are experiencing gender identity issues, reach out to one of TherapyDen’s qualified professionals today.
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Being human is often tough. Sometimes we lose our way and can feel stuck and overwhelmed. Sometimes we would like to change parts of our lives or ourselves but don’t know how. Therapy can be an empowering way to promote healing, growth, and wellness. Often, we initially seek treatment to address a specific concern and then begin to uncover other areas of our lives in which we want to make meaningful change. My goal is for this process to feel supportive, affirming, and appropriately challenging.
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I enjoy working with clients of all ages who hold multiple minority identities and are seeking identity development, trauma therapy, or parent training. Many of my clients have jokingly described me as a "process consultant" and "professional poker". I can treat a range of mental health concerns but highly enjoy serving the local LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent community. I have experience writing letters in support of gender-affirming medical interventions (e.g., hormone treatment and surgery).
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ARE YOU DESPERATE TO CHANGE HOW YOU ARE FEELING? IS THE ANXIETY OVERWHELMING AND YOU DON’T KNOW HOW TO MAKE IT BETTER? ARE YOU FACING ONE OF THE MOST PAINFUL EXPERIENCES IN YOUR LIFE? DO YOU FEEL STUCK AND YOU DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO NEXT? I WILL WORK WITH YOU WITH AN OPEN HEART AND MIND TO PROVIDE SUPPORT, ENCOURAGEMENT, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, TEACH YOU SKILLS TO MAKE PROFOUND CHANGES TO RESTORE BALANCE AND PEACE IN YOUR LIFE. LET'S WORK TOGETHER TO BRING LASTING CHANGE.
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