MALCOLM LILIENTHAL

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​Malcolm Lilienthal, M.S., AMFT, has always been fascinated by people: why we think the way we think, why we respond the way we do, and how our experiences shape the way we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world around us.

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That curiosity influences the way Malcolm approaches counseling. Rather than focusing only on symptoms or behavior, he helps clients understand what may be happening underneath the surface. He enjoys helping people connect the dots between their thoughts, emotions, past experiences, relationships, beliefs, and responses to stress. Once a pattern becomes easier to recognize, people often discover they have more choices in how they respond.

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Malcolm takes an active, collaborative approach to counseling and is warm, encouraging, direct, and down-to-earth. He often uses creativity and humor to help clients feel comfortable while doing meaningful work.

 

His approach incorporates practical concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment, emotional regulation, and nervous-system awareness. His Christian faith is also central to the way he understands people and change. When clients desire faith-integrated counseling, he incorporates Christian principles and Scripture into the counseling process.

“I believe people are more than their symptoms, mistakes or difficult seasons. There is an identity underneath the behavior."

 

Outside of counseling, Malcolm enjoys studying Scripture, teaching, learning about psychology and neuroscience, volunteering at church, creating content, and working on projects around the house.