Our Approach

We exist to empower you.

We aim to be, train, & inspire a new movement of advocates, HEALERS, & cycle-breakers.

This is Mala:

We believe that as humans, we are all made for deep, authentic, loving, and safe relationships. We embody this on our team as well as in our interactions with you. At Mala, relationships come first. 

Connection


Three colorful dots, linked together to symbolize connection - on of Mala Child & Family Institute's core values.

We feel a special, deeper purpose to our work here. For us, therapy, evaluation, and training are not just jobs, but the things that fuel us. It is our joy to be part of your growth journey.

Purpose


Three colorful dots in a triangle formation to symbolize purpose - on of Mala Child & Family Institute's core values.

We are passionate about breaking long-standing cycles of trauma in individual lives, families and communities. Discrimination and stigma have no place here. Here, we continue to fight for freedom, liberation, joy, and peace. 

Freedom


Three colorful dots, in a freeform formation to symbolize freedom - on of Mala Child & Family Institute's core values.

We respect ourselves, and others. Every person deserves to be included, treated equally, heard, and valued. Every person is welcome here, no matter what.

Respect


Three colorful dots, aligned at an equal height to symbolize respect - on of Mala Child & Family Institute's core values.

We believe being real is more important than being perfect. You don’t have to pretend to have it together. You are not too much. You are worth people listening to the real you and supporting you.

Realness


Three colorful dots, aligned in a circle formation to symbolize realness - on of Mala Child & Family Institute's core values.

We have received extensive science-backed, evidence-based training and education so we can stand up and walk alongside you with the highest caliber of tools and expertise to serve you best.

Tenacity


Three colorful dots, aligned in a dynamic cross formation to symbolize tenacity - on of Mala Child & Family Institute's core values.

We provide heart-driven, integrative mental health care, advocacy, & training for individuals, families, communities, & future clinicians. 

Our driving purpose is to empower ourselves and others to break cycles of trauma, discrimination, and stigma that prevent the healing and support we need to thrive.



quick facts

30+

Clinicians make up the Mala family

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Languages spoken: Arabic, English, Farsi, & Spanish, Mandarin

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Locations: Ann Arbor, Farmington Hills, & Plymouth

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Major universities recognize Mala as a top clinician training facility

A comfy blue chair with pillow, plant in the background, and a soft rug in a treatment room at Mala Child & Family Institute - a mental health practice - in Farmington Hills, MI.

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