About Malka Adelman
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleFaith
JewishLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Malka Adelman
Mrs. Malka Adelman is a psychotherapist at Crownboro offering virtual therapy for adults navigating family conflict, relationship distress, anxiety, grief, and major life transitions. She has a special interest in supporting individuals experiencing estrangement, no-contact or high-conflict family relationships, ambiguous loss, and the emotional impact of disconnection from family, community, or long-held identity structures. She also works with overwhelmed parents managing the competing demands of caregiving, marriage, work, and emotional wellbeing.
Malka provides a warm, grounded, and nonjudgmental space where clients can speak freely, slow down, and make sense of emotionally complex or painful relational experiences. Her work is relational and strength-based, helping clients identify patterns in how they relate, communicate, and respond under stress. She integrates evidence-based approaches with practical tools for emotional regulation, communication, and boundary-setting, with a focus on improving day-to-day functioning and reducing emotional overwhelm.
Malka Adelman earned her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Bellevue University. She continues to pursue ongoing training and education in relationships, attachment, grief, trauma, and emotional wellness.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I strive to create a thoughtful, nonjudgmental environment where people feel emotionally safe and comfortable being themselves. My approach is strength-based, relational, and guided by curiosity. Together, we explore patterns in relationships, emotions, and daily life while building practical tools for communication, coping, and growth. I look forward to getting to know each person and supporting them in creating meaningful and lasting change.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
A typical session with me is conversational, reflective, and collaborative. I work best with clients who are looking for a space to think deeply, process openly, and better understand themselves and their relationships. I tend to help organize and make sense of what can feel emotionally overwhelming or tangled, while gently identifying patterns, themes, and underlying needs that may be contributing to distress. Together, we work toward greater clarity, improved communication, stronger coping skills, and practical changes that can make daily life feel more manageable and meaningful. My goal is not perfection, but helping clients better understand what they truly want and creating movement toward a life that feels more connected, functional, and emotionally sustainable.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Bellevue University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
How soon can I make an appointment with Malka Adelman?
Generally, Malka Adelman has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Malka Adelman's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Malka Adelman accepting new patients?
Malka Adelman generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Malka Adelman's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Malka Adelman accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Malka Adelman online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Malka Adelman using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Malka Adelman work with?
Malka Adelman works with Crownboro.
What are common reasons for patients to see Malka Adelman?
Malka Adelman frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Malka Adelman on their profile.
What languages does Malka Adelman speak?
Malka Adelman speaks English.