Awake & Rooted Wellness & Recovery, LLC

Malcolm is a deeply dedicated mental health and addiction professional with a mission to help individuals rebuild their lives from the inside out. With more than a decade of hands-on experience across detox programs, MAT clinics, residential treatment, crisis intervention, youth therapy, and community mental health, Malcolm brings a rare combination of expertise, compassion, and real-world understanding to every session. He is known for his calm energy, gentle presence, and ability to make clients feel comfortable opening up about the deepest parts of their lives. Malcolm’s approach blends trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, CBT, and solution-focused therapy — but at the core of his work is one belief: healing begins the moment someone feels truly seen. Malcolm specializes in supporting individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. He is passionate about breaking generational cycles, empowering men and women to find their voice, and helping clients rediscover their worth and purpose. As the Founder and Clinical Director of Awake & Rooted Wellness & Recovery, Malcolm leads the practice with heart, intention, and vision. His goal is to create a safe, welcoming, culturally aware space where clients can heal without judgment and grow at their own pace. “I meet you right where you are — and walk with you until you become who you’re meant to be."

Najla specializes in trauma-informed addiction counseling, women’s emotional wellness, and motivational group work. Her mission is to empower clients to heal, grow, and rediscover hope. Najla is deeply passionate about helping individuals break cycles, heal old wounds, and rebuild the parts of themselves they thought were lost. With over six years of experience in addiction counseling, she has worked in a wide range of settings — from outpatient programs and intensive group services to crisis intervention and trauma-focused support for women and families. Her approach is warm, direct, and deeply intentional. Najla believes every person deserves a space where they can show up exactly as they are — without judgment, pressure, or shame. She is known for her ability to make clients feel safe, understood, and genuinely valued from the very first session. Throughout her career, Najla has supported clients through some of the most difficult moments of their lives — helping them stabilize, explore root causes, rebuild confidence, and reconnect with their purpose. She specializes in: • Trauma-informed addiction counseling • Women’s emotional wellness • Motivational and empowerment-based group work • Recovery planning and relapse-prevention support • Rebuilding identity and self-worth As Chief Operating Officer of Awake & Rooted Wellness & Recovery, Najla oversees day-to-day operations and supports the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed addiction services. She plays a vital role in maintaining a structured, supportive, and healing environment for both clients and staff. “My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and strong enough to rebuild the pieces of your life that matter most.” — Najla