Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
I’m Malcolm Govender, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and former Head of School. My background leading students, families, and staff through conflict and change shapes how I show up in the therapy room. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and stress management, and I’m currently completing EMDR training to support clients working through trauma. My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative: I meet you where you are and help build tools that fit your life. I work with teens, young adults, and adults. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to start, I offer therapy services at our Renton clinic and would be glad to help you find solid footing.
I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, and stress management, using practical, evidence-based approaches rooted in CBT and ACT. I have a special interest in school, family, and career-related pressures. Above all, I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being honest while exploring what’s really beneath the surface.
Reaching out for support takes courage, and I don’t take that lightly. I bring warmth, patience, and genuine curiosity to every session, and I never expect you to have it all figured out before we start. Whatever you’re carrying, you don’t have to carry it alone. I look forward to working with you on your own journey toward wellness, whenever you feel ready.