Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi, LCPC
Illinois LCPC specializing in stress and anxiety
- Stress and anxiety
- OCD and compulsions
- Multicultural care
About Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi
Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 15 years of clinical experience supporting adolescents and adults through a range of mental health and behavioral challenges. She has extensive experience working with young adults and adults who have dual diagnoses of mental illness alongside substance related or addictive disorders, and she has provided therapeutic care for individuals as well as support and guidance to their families.
Maleka works with people facing stress and anxiety, obsessions and compulsions including OCD, and process addictions such as problematic pornography use, exercise, and gambling. Her practice also addresses phobias, anger management difficulties, low self-esteem, family conflicts, and couple or relationship concerns. She provides services that are attentive to multicultural concerns and to the unique needs of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Her therapeutic style integrates multiple evidence-informed techniques to help clients identify and shift negative thought patterns and long-standing behaviors, with the goal of improving present functioning and achieving personal goals. Maleka views therapy as a collaborative process in which clients are seen as the primary experts on their own lives and the therapist contributes professional skill to develop practical solutions. She is motivated by a commitment to helping others find greater balance, fulfillment, and resilience.
Maleka works with people facing stress and anxiety, obsessions and compulsions including OCD, and process addictions such as problematic pornography use, exercise, and gambling. Her practice also addresses phobias, anger management difficulties, low self-esteem, family conflicts, and couple or relationship concerns. She provides services that are attentive to multicultural concerns and to the unique needs of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Her therapeutic style integrates multiple evidence-informed techniques to help clients identify and shift negative thought patterns and long-standing behaviors, with the goal of improving present functioning and achieving personal goals. Maleka views therapy as a collaborative process in which clients are seen as the primary experts on their own lives and the therapist contributes professional skill to develop practical solutions. She is motivated by a commitment to helping others find greater balance, fulfillment, and resilience.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Multicultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi have?
Maleka has 15 years of experience.
Is Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCPC credential. License details: IL LCPC 180014619.
In which languages does Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi located?
She is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi as my therapist?
You can work with Maleka through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi work with international clients?
Maleka does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Malekapukhrajbanu "Maleka" Qureshi cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take committed action toward those values while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and patterns that get in the way of meaningful living.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill building. CBT is commonly applied to anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, and mood concerns.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the client’s own capacity for growth. This approach supports individuals by creating a collaborative, accepting therapeutic relationship that helps them explore goals and make changes at their own pace.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Maleka works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress and circumstances evolve.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of support when in-person visits are difficult. These options allow therapy to be tailored to each person’s practical needs while focusing on effective, goal-oriented work.
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