Marian Malek

Marian Malek, MA- NCC, Professional Counselor Under Supervision and Certified EAGALA Equine Specialist

Marian has proudly called Nashville, Tennessee, home since 2005 and brings a rich multicultural perspective to her work as a therapist. Originally from Egypt and fluent in Arabic, Marian is passionate about bridging cultural understanding in mental health care. She holds a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Trevecca Nazarene University, building on her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Counseling.

With over nine years of experience in the mental health field, Marian currently works as an intake counselor at a psychiatric hospital in Murfreesboro. In this role, she provides critical support by conducting initial psychiatric assessments, evaluating crises, and helping determine appropriate levels of care for individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges. Her work in this setting has strengthened her ability to quickly identify symptoms of various mental health disorders and connect individuals to appropriate treatment services.

Marian is trained in Brainspotting and holds certification through the Equine-Assisted Growth and Learning Association (Eagala), allowing her to integrate trauma-informed and experiential therapies into her practice. Her previous experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at an ABA clinic involved providing structured behavioral support to young children with autism, ages two to six. She has also worked in long-term care facilities supporting children and adolescents who have experienced sexual abuse or exhibited sexually harmful behaviors.

In addition, Marian has extensive experience in inpatient mental health settings, where she gained valuable insight into acute psychiatric care and crisis intervention. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in compassion, cultural sensitivity, and a deep commitment to serving individuals and families across the lifespan. She is passionate about working with underserved and minority populations, advocating for accessible, equitable mental health care.

Marian enjoys spending time with her husband, family, and friends outside of her professional life. Her interests include horseback riding, hiking, camping, traveling, and relaxing with a good show or movie.