THE THERAPIST
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Working with people to overcome obstacles and find joy in life is what is truly important to me. I found my way to the counseling profession after I graduated from the University of Colorado at Boulder with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. I was working in a doctor's office as a front office manager and volunteering at a local safe house for women and their children escaping intimate partner violence when I realized that my real passion lies in the mental health field. You see, through these experiences I was able to work closely with clients struggling with many different types of issues. I was able to get to know each person and see life from his/her point of view. This led me to the realization that the well-being of people is what I want to dedicate my life's work to. I returned to school and received a Master of Arts in Counseling from Regis University, a program accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
While attending graduate school I was given the opportunity to be part of the Denver Public School system team, working with adolescents striving to improve their academic standing. Here, I gained skills in working with children and adolescents that directly relate to my counseling competency with youth. I have strong knowledge of developmental stages, as well as the therapeutic techniques appropriate for youth of different ages. At the counseling lab at Regis University I provided therapy to couples, families, and individuals. I found great pleasure in working with couples and individuals struggling with relationship issues. Although there are many types of difficulties in life, they all seem harder to bare when you feel alone. I've found that often people feel the most alone when they are in relationships that are not functioning in a healthy, loving way. Helping couples find a way back to the happiness they once knew allows each individual a more stable platform on which to experience the rest of life's difficulties and celebrations. As part of my education, I was given the chance to work as a grief counselor intern at Judi's House, a grief center for children and their families. In this position I was educated and trained in a researched based grief treatment modality. I counseled children, 3 years and older, as well as adults. Although the death of a loved one is extremely difficult, I found a passion in working with people who are trying to find some healing in such a dark time. I then got a job working at Griffith Centers for Children and developed strong skills in working with youth with behavior issues, families struggling to find a way to find balance in their homes and parents wanting to enhance their parenting skills. I am able to pull from all these experience when working with people in my private practice. Seeing the people I work with find ways to thrive is extremely rewarding. As a private practitioner, I recognize how difficult it is to begin the therapeutic process and admire the bravery of each and every client who comes through my doors. |
Maureen A. Malcolm, M.A., LPCC maintains this website exclusively for general informational purposes. It is not psychotherapeutic, medical or mental health advice. Viewing this site, using information from it, or communicating with Maureen A. Malcolm, M.A., LPCC through this site by internet email does not create a counselor-client relationship. Please consult your healthcare provider if you are concerned about your health.
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