- Anxiety and stress
- Trauma and grief
- Attachment issues
About Malinda
Malinda Um is an AASW social worker with eight years' experience working in Australia. She supports people dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma and burnout, and helps those facing relationship strain, grief, parenting stress and career pressure. She also works with issues like attachment and family of origin concerns.
She commonly sees people who feel overwhelmed or stuck despite appearing to function well. Sessions focus on noticing unhelpful patterns and building everyday skills to manage stress and strong emotions. Conversations are practical and aimed at making small, workable changes in day-to-day life.
Her approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people notice thoughts and choose actions that align with their values. Attachment-Based Therapy and Narrative Therapy are used to examine relationship patterns and personal stories that shape behaviour. Treatment plans are developed together and adjusted as needed.
Malinda has worked across community and clinical settings and brings that experience into short- and longer-term work. She can help with specific problems such as abandonment fears, codependency and communication difficulties, as well as broader concerns like emptiness or life transitions. Her background includes supporting people through cross-cultural and intergenerational issues.
To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time. Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without being led by them, then choose actions that matter to them. It can help with anxiety, stress and decisions about relationships and work.Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings and behaviour and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression and everyday coping skills.
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relationship patterns affect reactions and trust. This approach can help with abandonment worries, communication problems and family of origin issues.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss these methods with the client and decide together which fits best, based on the person’s goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and plans can change as therapy progresses.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allowing shorter check-ins, sessions during a work break, or avoiding travel time. Discuss practical arrangements when you book so sessions match your day-to-day routine.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, relationship and family problems, grief, parenting stress and career-related strain.
What style of therapy does she use?
Her work is practical and collaborative. She draws on ACT, CBT, Attachment-Based Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years' experience working in Australian community and clinical settings.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an AASW social worker based in Australia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.