Desiree Malam , LPC

Desiree Malam is licensed in Missouri and brings 10 years of professional work experience to her counseling practice. She has supported people dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and the complex process of coping with grief and loss. She focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can name and explore their thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism or dismissal.

Desiree works with individuals and couples and is available to serve clients outside of the Richland, Waynesville, Camdenton, and Osage Beach areas. She emphasizes collaboration and practical steps that help people move forward from difficult moments, offering steady support as clients work toward their goals. Recognizing that beginning therapy requires courage, she affirms the decision to seek help and encourages those ready to start the process to take the next step.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Desiree often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies for managing symptoms and changing behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.

She also incorporates Trauma-Focused Therapy when working with individuals who have experienced abuse or other traumatic events. This approach concentrates on processing traumatic memories and building coping skills to reduce the ongoing impact of trauma.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Desiree works with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care when travel or life changes occur, and access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists without needing to be in the same location.