Jennifer Malkin , LPC

Jennifer Malkin is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in South Carolina with 20 years of clinical experience. She holds a master of science in Counseling from Western Connecticut State University, a master of education, and a bachelor of arts in Psychology from Hofstra University. As an LPC she is licensed to provide counseling services, and she also holds national certification and specialized BRIEF mediation training that support her work with individuals, couples, and families.

Her practice emphasizes a collaborative, empathetic, and strengths-based approach. She works with clients to clarify goals, explore patterns of behavior and choices, and build practical strategies for change. Jennifer encourages clients to identify and use their strengths while also holding them accountable to the commitments they make to themselves, helping translate insight into action.

Jennifer draws from a broad range of therapeutic methods and finds Choice Theory especially useful in many cases. She addresses a wide spectrum of concerns including stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, parenting and blended family challenges, grief, addictions, mood disorders, and career transitions. Additional areas of focus include caregiver stress, codependency, communication and commitment difficulties, divorce and separation, family of origin issues, infidelity, life purpose, and financial stress.

Clients can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where treatment plans are developed together and adapted over time to reflect progress and changing needs.

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve coping skills; it is often applied to anxiety, depression, and problem-solving challenges. Client-Centered Therapy creates a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead to build self-awareness and self-acceptance, which can be especially helpful for relationship issues and self-esteem concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Jennifer works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This partnership helps ensure that therapy feels relevant and practical.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for busy schedules and for people who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of support, fit sessions into work and family routines, and access licensed professionals from different locations.