Dayle Malen

My communication style

First and foremost, I listen to your difficulties with a warm and genuine regard. When you have verbalized the issues, we can then begin to develop your goals for therapy. Maybe you have heard yourself say or even think, "I don't know why I'm here", or "I don't know who I am anymore", or "I've tried everything".

My journey to mental healthcare

I was an educator. I had taught 1st, 6th, 7th and on the collegiate level for 11 years. During those years, many of my students would seek me out to discuss their trials and tribulations. Then, I saw a movie called Children of a Lesser God. The protagonist was a woman who was deaf. I wondered how those who were deaf sought help for their problems.

My goals for you

I see therapy as a collaboration. Together, we'll explore the areas of your life that matter to you - whether that's strengthening relationships, building self-esteem, or pursuing personal goals. By using different therapeutic techniques, you can gain new insights, and together we can explore their meaning.

Our first session

While the first may be anxiety-provoking for some, I believe my clients would say they end up feeling relaxed and surprised by how easy it was to discuss their issues. I would hope that my willingness to listen and welcome whatever information my client is willing to provide will become a foundation on which we will build our relationship.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White