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Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Thomas is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Thomas. View 44 reviews
Great news, Thomas is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey

Recent reviews

Tom is great!

Reviewed November 2024

Tom has helped me use a flashlight in my foggy brain of mine to see what is important and how to reframe my reality. I would highly recommend seeing Tom again!

Reviewed November 2024

More about Thomas

  • 15 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW

I am licensed in New Jersey with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Depression Addictions Eating disorders Parenting issues Coaching ADHD Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Coping with natural or human-caused disaster First responder issues Hospice and end-of-life counseling Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Phobias Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm

Licenses

Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124312426.

  • LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC04562900 · Expires August 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

44 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Understanding Caring Easy Helped Listens Attentive Excellent Grateful

Tom is great!

Reviewed November 2024

Tom has helped me use a flashlight in my foggy brain of mine to see what is important and how to reframe my reality. I would highly recommend seeing Tom again!

Reviewed November 2024

Tom is an excellent therapist who helped me get through a difficult time in my life successfully. Tom is a great listener and created a feeling of comfort and safety. He offered constructive, achievable solutions to the challenges I was facing, which I could not have gotten through without his support. I highly recommend Tom!

Reviewed November 2024

Honestly my time with Tom is what has kept me grounded during the hardest part of my life. I can personally attest to his expertise. I had two other therapist prior to Tom and they turned me away from therapy, but Tom has given me faith in the process.

Reviewed September 2024

Tom seems to be a very kind person and very perceptive of what I’m trying to bring up in our conversations. He have knowledge that is very helpful to me in my present situation

Reviewed August 2024

I have had many sessions with Tom and found him a very engaging listener who knows how to solve problems with the patient. He has a wide range of responses/techniques that he recommends to solve my issues. He is a stellar therapist!

Reviewed July 2024

Can’t say enough good things. He’s great. Challenging and honest. Kind and caring.

Reviewed July 2024

Tom is amazing.

Reviewed June 2024

He is very kind and understanding. He is very perceptive to detail. He is timely and wise when presenting multiple remedial solutions towards situational circumstances, based on his extensive education and experience.

Reviewed June 2024

Dr. Malek-Jones is the best, he is a good listener, very understanding, and great at putting things in a context that helps me feel better.

Reviewed June 2024

Tom is an excellent therapist and very talented. I am grateful BetterHelp matched me with him and really appreciate his advice and my sessions with him.

Reviewed May 2024

I have good days and days I have moments. My first impulse is always to pray. Tom has agreed to open our therapy session with prayer,; per my request. He’s such a good listener and full of wisdom. It's always a good day after I have therapy with Tom. Healing takes time and prayer is the antidote.

Reviewed April 2024

Timely thoughtful open minded

Reviewed April 2024

He's great!

Reviewed March 2024

Tom is an amazing listener and knows exactly how to respond to your questions. He gradually made me feel more comfortable speaking about my issues with him as our session progressed. Thank you Tom

Reviewed February 2024

He is understanding and has a gentle way of approaching my problems and give me advice.

Reviewed February 2024

He is an incredible listener, gets back to me very quickly and is always on time with his sessions. I truly am grateful to have someone like him as my therapist because I feel like he listens to my concerns and doesn't make me feel judged or anything of the sort. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone seeking therapy for multiple reasons because I know that not only is he good at his job, but he genuinely cares about his patients.

Reviewed January 2024

After two sessions I still think he is great.

Reviewed February 2023

Excellent listener. Very kind

Reviewed July 2022

Had a wonderful first session with Dr. Malek-Jones. He was able to categorize and hone in on my goals of therapy so that I can have even better success in sessions to come. Thank you for getting me excited about therapy doc!

Reviewed January 2024

I am in the mental health profession. Tom is a wonderful understanding, engaging, attentive, and empathic therapist. He always gives great feedback and suggestions. I cannot say enough good things about him. Highly recommended.

Reviewed November 2023

Thomas is a great listener and always in a good mood. He has helped keep me calm and working towards my goals all while feeling more like I am talking to a friend rather than a therapist. I am very impressed.

Reviewed November 2023

Tom is a great therapist who really listens to you and if you need a day off of talking about the hard stuff he’s there to give you a good and simple conversation as well

Reviewed September 2023

Highly recommend. Friendly, knowledgeable, compassionate

Reviewed August 2023

Great therapist. This app is a god send.

Reviewed March 2023

Tom has made therapy very enjoyable. I couldn’t have been matched with a better therapist!

Reviewed March 2023

I've been working with Tom now for nearly 9 months. His responses are always Timely and his guidance really enables me to self reflect on situations and consider alternative ways of looking at them. He has become my trusted advisor and every sense of the word and I am grateful for him!

Reviewed April 2023

He is a good listener, caring peaceful Therapist. Thanks.

Reviewed February 2023

I consider myself very fortunate to have Tom as my therapist! Every sessions has provided me with great tools and support that I can readily use in my everyday life.

Reviewed February 2023

Whenever a multitude of issues need to be addressed, Tom always manages to help me realize how manageable it all is. Ever since I've been attending appointments with him, my anxious feelings are easy to maintain, a direction in life has been more clear, and my confidence has skyrocketed! I don't think I could be any happier or ask for anymore

Reviewed January 2023

I've been working with Tom for just about 3 months. After initially going through a few therapists to find the right match, Tom has proven to be what I needed. Active listener with sound guidance on a wide range of self, family and marital matters. His responsivess between sessions is wonderful and I truly appreciate his breadth and depth of knowledge.

Reviewed December 2022

Tom has been a huge help in helping me help myself. I look forward to our sessions and me continuing the journey.

Reviewed December 2022

Tom is engaged, an attentive listener and will even add humor to examine your struggles. He is a professional, timely and works well with challenging moments in therapy.

Reviewed November 2022

He is very understanding and helpful.

Reviewed September 2022

Tom is very easy to talk to, he listens very well and engages the conversation. I was a little nervous at first since this is my first time doing any type of therapy but he’s made it so easy so far!

Reviewed August 2022

Working with Tom has been one of my best decisions. He is an attentive listener and responds in a meaningful manner. He has helped me with some core issues of mine by giving me tips on how to handle them. Overall, he is a caring and skilled therapist. I highly recommend him!

Reviewed August 2022

Tom is great! He is a good listener, remembers details very well, and offers actionable items for me to try moving forward. He also challenges my way of thinking which is appreciated.

Reviewed August 2022

love tom

Reviewed July 2022

Tom is easy to talk to and I feel no pressure.

Reviewed June 2022

Out of most of the therapist's I've found within Better help, it has been nothing BUT a stressful journey finding a therapist until one that clicks. He is my first ever male therapist and I do not feel uncomfortable. I've so far had only 2 sessions with Tom, but we continuously keep in touch during the week though texts. Tom is respectful, fully responsive, genuine and kind. He is very insightful and he ACTUALLY sends a reaspons not a quick text saying, "How does this make you feel?" Like I've recieved in the past. Most therapist I've came across never utilized the text message help, he does. He takes the time to read it and is open and honest by saying, "If I don't get back to you right away, know that I'm busy and I will." I'm aware our time zones are different but he is punctual with our sessions, he is prompt on responding to my messages when he is able, and it makes me feel heard, respected and understood. I value those things in a therapist. He is great with comforting me in stressful moments and talking me down from the "ledge" of my struggles. I look forward to seeing the improvement on my life/mental health journey and how he assists me to overcome these obstacles. I highly recommend Tom if you're looking for a attentiveness and consistency in a therapist.

Reviewed June 2022

Very good. I’d recommend

Reviewed May 2022

I’ve had a phenomenal experience with Tom so far. I would highly, highly recommend him to anyone. He’s extremely compassionate, caring, and lets me feel like I’m finally being heard.

Reviewed May 2022

Thomas has been helping me for about a month now, and I feel like I have been making so much progress when it comes to my anxiety. Before working with Thomas, I would run away from my problems, but now I feel so comfort using Thomas's tips and advice on how to go about my day when it comes to all areas of life. This is my first time seeing a therapist, and I look forward to making even more progress with Thomas's help.

Reviewed May 2022

Very accommodating, listens very well and responds in a beyond satisfactory manner. Helps me prioritize life slowly but surely.

Reviewed May 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones speak?

Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones speaks English.

How many years of experience does Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones have?

Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones has 15 years of experience.

Where is Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones licensed to practice?

Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones is licensed to practice in New Jersey.

Does Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones?

Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Thomas (Tom) Malek-Jones?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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