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Jennifer Malott

Jennifer Malott

LCSW

Therapist · Indiana · 12+ years of experience

Practical, down-to-earth clinical social work

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  • Goal focused
  • Practical steps
  • Laid back style

About Jennifer

Jennifer Malott is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 12 years of clinical experience. She has spent much of her career helping people navigate depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and related challenges. Jennifer also draws on prior vocational counseling experience to address work and career-related stress.

Her style is relaxed and down-to-earth. Sessions are meant to feel comfortable so people can speak openly. At the same time she keeps things focused on practical steps and clear goals.

Jennifer uses a mix of evidence-based approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening. She also applies skills from dialectical behavior therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy when they fit a person's needs. These methods are used to address mood concerns, anger, addiction struggles, grief, parenting stress, and other life problems.

People who work with her can expect collaborative planning. She helps identify small, doable changes and tracks progress over time. Jennifer pays attention to how work, family, and daily responsibilities affect mental health and aims to make therapy applicable to everyday life.

Sessions are offered in English and she practices in Indiana. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling steps through the site's Start Therapy flow.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

Indiana

Languages

English

How Jennifer’s Approaches Work Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking actions that align with those values. It can help when strong emotions like anger or depression get in the way of living the life you want. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more useful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, mood problems, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and build awareness, which many people find useful for managing anger and anxiety.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Jennifer will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit best for their goals and day-to-day life. That choice can change over time as progress is made and needs evolve.

Session format options are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow for check-ins during work breaks or between errands. It can also make it simpler to use mindfulness practices and homework tools between sessions. Licensed professionals, including this therapist, tailor the plan to practical concerns and what works best for each person.

At a glance

Listed location
Indiana
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Indiana)
LCSW · No. 34006055A
NPI
1770722878

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Jennifer works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, grief, eating issues, parenting strain, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and related family and attachment issues.

What is her therapy style like?

Her approach is relaxed and client-centered while remaining goal focused. Sessions aim to feel comfortable while working on practical steps and clear goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 12 years of clinical experience and additional background as a vocational counselor that informs work on employment and career stress.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is an LCSW practicing in Indiana. The profile uses the credential information exactly as provided.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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