Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi , LCPC

Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 15 years of clinical experience supporting adolescents and adults. As an LCPC, she is trained to assess and treat a range of emotional and behavioral concerns and to collaborate with clients on practical strategies for change. Maleka focuses on creating culturally responsive care and works with individuals, couples, and families to address life challenges and improve functioning.

Her background includes extensive work with young adults and adults who have dual diagnoses of mental health conditions alongside substance related or addictive disorders. She has provided therapy to people coping with phobias, stress and anxiety, anger management, low self-esteem, family conflict, and relationship issues. Additional focus areas include multicultural concerns, obsessions and compulsions related to OCD, and process addictions such as problematic patterns around pornography, exercise, or gambling. She also offers support to family members involved in a loved one’s recovery.

Maleka integrates multiple therapy approaches to tailor treatment to each person’s needs, drawing on evidence-based methods to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and repetitive patterns. She views therapy as a collaborative process in which the client’s strengths and self-knowledge guide the work. Maleka aims to support people who are ready to take steps toward greater balance, fulfillment, and practical progress toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Maleka commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and commit to meaningful action even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. ACT is useful for managing stress, anxiety, and patterns that interfere with daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another frequent component of her work - it focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be especially helpful for anxiety, obsessions, and compulsive behaviors. She also uses elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), offering practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness when emotions feel overwhelming.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Maleka works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made. Clients’ input guides the selection and combination of techniques.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet clients where they are - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain regular appointments around work, family, and other commitments, and to continue care when life circumstances change.