- Practical and collaborative
- Supports life transitions
- Works with trauma and grief
About Malinda
Malinda Um is an AASW social worker who helps people feeling overwhelmed, stuck or disconnected. She works with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and major life changes. Malinda makes space for straightforward talks about what is happening now and what a person wants to change.
Her work is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on spotting patterns, building emotion regulation skills and testing small, useful changes in day-to-day life. She draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Narrative Therapy to shape sessions around what feels most helpful.
Malinda has eight years' experience in clinical work across a range of concerns. She is used to supporting people who function well outwardly but struggle internally, including those in high-pressure roles. Her background also includes work with cross-cultural identity and intergenerational patterns.
People meet her for help with relationships, family issues, parenting stress, career strain and compassion fatigue as well as for grief, anger and attachment concerns. She also supports those dealing with abandonment, body image and blended family challenges. The aim is to make progress that fits into everyday life, not just in session.
If someone is unsure where to begin, Malinda will start with small steps and a clear plan. She encourages honest conversation and keeps the process steady and down-to-earth. Practical tools and gentle testing of new ways to respond are typical parts of her work.
How Malinda's approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while moving toward what matters. It can be useful for anxiety, depression and coping with major life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical skills for managing mood and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and can help with trust, abandonment and relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Malinda treats therapy as a collaboration and will discuss which methods suit a person's situation and goals. She adapts techniques so they fit the client's preferences and what they want to achieve over time.
The practical benefits of online therapy make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives. It can reduce travel time and allow for more consistent check-ins during periods of high stress or change. The exact session options for working with this therapist should be confirmed before booking so clients know how they will meet and can choose what works best for them.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Malinda help with?
She supports people with anxiety, depression, trauma and stress as well as relationship and family concerns. Other areas include grief, parenting strain, career stress and compassion fatigue.
What is Malinda's style in therapy?
Her approach is practical and collaborative, focusing on spotting patterns and trying small changes. Sessions balance talking with concrete skills for managing emotions and behaviour.
How much experience does she have?
Malinda has eight years of clinical experience working across a range of mental health and relationship concerns. She has particular experience supporting people in high-pressure roles and cross-cultural contexts.
What credentials and region are listed?
She is listed with the AASW and practises in Australia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.