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- ACT and CBT
- OCD and compulsions
- Process addictions
About Malekapukhrajbanu
LCPC in Illinois with 15 years of experience, Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi focuses on stress and anxiety and also works with multicultural concerns, obsessions and compulsions, and process addictions such as problematic porn use, exercise, and gambling.
Maleka uses a mix of evidence-based methods. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Client-Centered Therapy. Sessions emphasize practical strategies to manage symptoms and clearer ways of relating to difficult thoughts and feelings.
Her background includes long-term clinical work with adults and young adults, especially those facing co-occurring mental health and substance-related concerns. She has experience addressing phobias, anger control, low self-esteem, and relationship tensions. This experience shapes how she organizes sessions and sets goals with people.
Maleka frames therapy as a collaborative process. She helps people identify unhelpful patterns, test small changes, and build skills that fit day-to-day life. She encourages clients to use their own knowledge and strengths when planning changes.
Sessions are conducted in English and offered from her Illinois practice. Fees vary by location, and sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial session through the platform.
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How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting trapped by them. It focuses on identifying values and taking small actions that move a person toward what matters most, which can reduce stress and avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and then tests practical changes. CBT is often used for anxiety, obsessions, and compulsive behavior because it gives step-by-step skills for changing patterns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's perspective and uses the therapist's listening to help people clarify goals and make choices that fit their life.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can shift over time as progress and challenges become clearer.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make therapy fit daily routines more easily - for example it can cut travel time, allow shorter check-ins, or make it simpler to schedule around work and family commitments. Licensed professionals can use different formats to reduce time spent commuting and to help clients practice skills in their real-world context.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She focuses on stress and anxiety and also addresses multicultural concerns, obsessions and compulsions, and process addictions such as problematic porn use, exercise, and gambling.
What methods does she use in sessions?
She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to help people manage thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has about 15 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with adults and young adults, including work with co-occurring mental health and substance-related concerns.
What credential and location information is relevant?
She holds the LCPC credential and practices in Illinois.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.