- Guilt and shame work
- Communication help
- Life purpose focus
About Marc
Marc Malate is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Hawaii with six years of practice. He focuses on supporting people in the LGBT community who are working through identity, self-acceptance, and connection. Marc talks with clients about guilt and shame, forgiveness, communication problems, isolation, life purpose, and self-love.
Marc approaches sessions with cultural humility and an affirming attitude. He centers a person's identity and lived experience when discussing difficult feelings. Conversations are direct and practical, with room to name what is painful and consider next steps.
He often helps people untangle guilt and shame that come from relationships, faith, or past choices. That work usually begins by identifying the thoughts and behaviours that keep those feelings active. Then he and the client test small, manageable changes in thinking and action.
Marc also supports people who feel disconnected or alone. He helps with communication skills and with clarifying values so daily choices line up better with what matters. Sessions explore concrete ways to rebuild contact and meaning.
People meet him to sort out forgiveness and self-acceptance more than to chase labels or quick fixes. He treats those topics as practical challenges that can be approached step by step. To begin, a person completes a brief matching questionnaire and schedules an initial session to set goals and logistics.
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Marc describes his work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate to practical steps. One common approach focuses on identifying and testing thoughts and behaviors that keep guilt and shame active; it helps people notice unhelpful patterns and try small changes to see what shifts. Another approach emphasizes communication skills training, which teaches clearer ways to express needs and set boundaries so relationships feel less strained.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marc collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. Together they review what has been tried, what feels doable, and what objectives to aim for in the coming weeks.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. Many clients choose online sessions because they can fit meetings into work or family schedules, avoid travel time, or use shorter check-ins when days are busy. Licensed professionals commonly adapt exercises and communication practice to a remote setting so people can apply them in everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Marc help with?
He works with LGBT concerns plus communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, life purpose, and self-love.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
Marc begins by naming the specific thoughts and behaviours that keep those feelings active and then tries small, practical shifts to test what changes how a person feels.
What is his background and experience?
He has six years of clinical experience and uses an approach grounded in cultural humility and affirmation.
What credential and location are listed for this clinician?
Marc holds the credential LCSW and practices in Hawaii.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are used for sessions?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and starting described?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to start, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.