Malliga
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
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| हिन्दी Many individuals come to therapy carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, or long‑standing patterns that feel hard to break. I offer individual and couples therapy in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, creating a space where culture, identity, and lived experience are understood. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, cultural stress, and support justice‑involved individuals who want to interrupt old cycles and create meaningful change. In our sessions, you’ll have a calm, steady space to understand your emotions, rebuild emotional regulations and move towards stability. I welcome you to reach out to seek self-healing and peace.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, cultural stress, and justice‑involved individuals seeking to break long‑standing patterns. I offer evidence‑based, culturally responsive therapy in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu to help you understand your emotions, strengthen coping skills, and move toward stability, confidence and bring clarity in life.
In our work together, you’ll have a place to slow down, make sense of what’s happening inside you, and build the skills needed to regulate your emotions and move toward stability. If you’re ready for a therapeutic relationship that is grounded, respectful, where your safety is prioritized, I welcome you to reach out to begin this healing work with me.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Malliga Battar now - (925) 709-5491
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $130
- Couple Sessions $160
Payment Methods
American Express, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Humana
- Independence Blue Cross
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Malliga Battar
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Email me or call with questions - (925) 709-5491
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 117133 Malliga Sasha Battar
- In Practice for 7 years
- Attended Palo Alto University, Ph.D, Graduated 2006
- Certificate from Wichita State University MA. Counseling Psychology / 1995
- Certificate from Palo Alto University MS. Clinical Psychology / 2004
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Malliga Battar
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Email me or call with questions - (925) 709-5491
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Sexual Abuse
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Depression
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Internet Addiction
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Personality Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Veterans
Malliga Battar
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Email me or call with questions - (925) 709-5491
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Black and African American
I also speak
Hindi ,
Tamil, Telugu
Religion
Hindu
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Black and African American
I also speak
Hindi ,
Tamil, Telugu
Religion
Hindu
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Trauma Focused
Malliga Battar
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Email me or call with questions - (925) 709-5491
Location
Nearby Areas
Malliga Battar
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (925) 709-5491