Karen Malia List, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Karen Malia List

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Alcoholism

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Alzheimer's Disease

Codependency

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Karen Malia List

Hi there, I'm Karen Malia! Hi, my name is Malia! I’m thrilled you’re here. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of the Bay Area in California, working to support individuals statewide via telehealth. I specialize in supporting adults through difficult life transitions and experiences, including serious illness, divorce, loss of a job, trauma, addiction, being a new parent, anxiety, depression, and bereavement. My approach I have over 24 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families through major life challenges. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from Smith College School for Social Work, where I hit the ground running doing clinically intensive work. Since then, and throughout my career, I have continued supporting clients in various settings, relying on a number of modalities depending on a client’s needs. The therapies that inform my approach most include Psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral, Relational, Narrative, Strength-Based, Humanistic, Acceptance and Commitment, and Mindfulness, to name a few. My focus My focus is on helping you establish a plan and goals that are actionable and lead to growth and change in positive and empowering ways. I aim to be an empathic witness and guide, reminding you of your worth, strengths, and capacity to be your own best advocate and agent of change and deeper healing. Whether you’re dealing with addiction, depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, or a combination of multiple challenges, I have a long-held belief that we are all our own best healers but sometimes need support in remembering such, especially in the midst of pain. Often, the first and hardest step is reaching out, but you are here, and that’s the first step in knowing your own strength and courage to heal and grow. I look forward to being a support to you in your journey. My communication style My communication style is one of presence, deep listening, reflection, and gentle but direct feedback and guidance.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Central CA

Education and training

Smith College, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1831428564

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What practice does Karen Malia List work with?

Karen Malia List works with Rula Health - Central CA.

What are common reasons for patients to see Karen Malia List?

Karen Malia List frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Karen Malia List on their profile.