Mal Johnson

My clients describe me as:

My clients would describe me as humorous, goofy, validating, direct and supportive.

Something to know about my approach is:

You are the expert in the "room", not me. I am here to listen, provide my observations. I also might be direct with you (in a kind way). Sometimes I give homework and sometimes we watch therapeutic videos, music videos, or do art in sessions.

Together, we will:

In our work together you often lead our sessions, bringing in topics or concerns to talk about each week. I am here to support you, and help you find the tools you already have has success with and apply them to the current situation.

I specialize in working with people who:

My focus is to work with people who have been deemed the freaks, weirdos and outcasts of their families, communities and/or society. I work a lot with the TGNC+ community and the chronically ill community. Please check out my website to see more.

I became a therapist because:

I became a therapist to partner with people who want to be themselves but don't know how to be.

Something that stands out about where I offer therapy is:

Not many therapists understand what it is like to be viewed as a freak. I hope to be a person you can be yourself with & not have to educate me a lot.

More about me and my practice:

Please check out my website: NotLikeThemTherapy.com. It's very important to know as much about a potential therapist. I also require a free consultation b/c it is important to interview me and to make sure we are a good match before starting together