Tia Wheatley, MSW, LICSW, CGP, CIMHP

Born and raised on Kaua’i, HI, my Hawaiian culture is interwoven through my life and therapy practices. Mālie (MAH-lee-AY), meaning calm and tranquil, represents one of many core values of my practice and a space that I plan to provide to my clients. In addition, my biggest inspiration to offer these services is my daughter, who was named after the calm, misty rain, often showering the island of Kaua’i. While professional, yet personal, I want you to know that the foundation of this practice has such a special meaning behind it. I’ve spent the last seven years in the beautiful PNW and currently reside in Northern Alabama - I hold both licenses for WA and AL. I earned my Bachelors in Environmental Science from Regis University in Denver, CO (2017) and Masters in Social Work from Arizona State University (2021). With personal adverse experiences, the environment has always been a healing property for me. As my interests lie in nature and mental health, it is my mission to offer services that intertwine the two, as the benefits between the elements of nature and our mental health are palpable. My framework is primarily client-led and focused on your goals for therapy. It is important for me to provide a safe space for you to tell your story in a non-judgmental and empathic manner. It is my mission to provide you with helpful coping skills and tools to help you manage what you are going through, while also providing a listening ear when you need it the most. However, my passion lies in taking on an integrative approach. If you are struggling with health issues or physiological functioning along with mental health concerns, I want to help you find the root cause of it. Regardless of whether I am providing therapy to you in WA or AL, my services will align with my values and with the utmost respect for your needs. At this time, I am only offering virtual services. When I am not in sessions, I enjoy being around my family and friends, taking my dogs Skye and Scout for walks, being in nature, watching sunsets, cooking, painting, and drinking a good cup of joe! I am grateful to know that you are considering Mālie Therapy Services to support you during this time. Thank you for being here! Please note: I am currently within network with Cigna, BCBS/New Directions, and Aetna (AL only). If I am not in-network with your insurance, I am happy to share more information about my sliding scale or provide you with a superbill, as I try my best to make fees as equitable as possible.