Malkia Balogun, LCSW - C, MD | Psychotherapist

About Malkia Balogun

Focus areas

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Mood Disorders

Stress Management

Coping Mechanism Development

Relationship Struggles

Work-Related Counseling

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders

Sleep Disorder

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Psychodynamic

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Person-Centered

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Malkia Balogun

Thinking about your journey in life in terms of how you decided that you were going to do some self-reflecting and self-care required you to be open and honest, which is an important step and takes courage. I have been working with individuals in depth who are experiencing depression, trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and patterns of family dysfunction. Using a strength perspective model and client/therapist collaborative approach, sessions are geared towards individuals’ goals regarding specific mental health needs. I’m here to support and engage individuals in an environment that is welcoming, free of judgment, and where self-awareness is encouraged. My approach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Task-Centered Approach is my approach to assist you with learning how to reshape negative thinking patterns and address the specific issues identified to resolve. The type of approaches provides you with the ability to feel empowered to take control of situations and gain the confidence needed to manage undesirable behaviors and emotions. Working in a collaborative partnership, the primary goal will be to give you the tools you need to improve your overall well-being. My focus Are you finding yourself struggling with some emotions and feelings that you feel you can’t manage? I have been working with young and older adults who needed support in dealing with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, and trauma. Through planning, we will develop goals that will foster an opportunity for growth and overall well-being. My communication style Fostering an environment that is supportive, nurturing, and honest is the intention for each session. Sharing thoughts and feelings is welcome and valuable. I practice empathic listening while giving you an opportunity to express and explore your strengths.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Maryland

Education and training

Morgan State University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1972314524

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Malkia Balogun?

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Is Malkia Balogun accepting new patients?

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What practice does Malkia Balogun work with?

Malkia Balogun works with Rula Health - Maryland.

What are common reasons for patients to see Malkia Balogun?

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