Dr. Malliga Battar, LMFT

Dr. Malliga Battar is licensed in California as a Marriage and Family Therapist and holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. She brings fifteen years of professional experience to her work, focusing on helping people manage addictions, recover from trauma and sexual abuse, and cope with grief and loss. Her practice also supports clients working on motivation, self-esteem, and confidence building, with attention to multicultural concerns and post-traumatic stress.

She cultivates an open, nonjudgmental therapeutic atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely and honestly. Dr. Battar combines professional training with practical skills to help clients identify patterns, set achievable goals, and develop strategies for change. She aims to meet each person where they are and tailor her approach to the specific challenges presented, whether related to process or sex addictions, sexual assault, or emotional healing after loss.

Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Dr. Battar encourages those who reach out and supports them through the first steps of care. Her clinical background and compassionate stance guide collaborative work toward clearer insight and greater emotional resilience.

Evidence-Based Support for Trauma and Addictions Online

Dr. Malliga Battar uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of clients facing addiction and trauma. For addictions, her approach focuses on practical behavioral strategies that help clients identify triggers, build healthier routines, and develop relapse prevention skills that apply to process and sex-related addictions.

For trauma and abuse, Dr. Battar employs trauma-informed, evidence-guided methods that assist clients in processing difficult memories, reducing distressing symptoms, and rebuilding a sense of safety and self-worth. She also offers grief-focused support that helps people navigate loss, mourning, and adjustment to life changes.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Battar works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and cultural background, and she adjusts techniques as progress unfolds so the plan fits the individual.

Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These options provide flexibility for scheduling, allow consistent connection when in-person visits are difficult, and make it possible to receive care from licensed professionals from the comfort of one’s own setting.