- Calm and direct
- Skill focused
- Goal oriented
About Valerie
She creates a calm space where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings without judgment. Conversations are practical and grounded. Valerie listens closely and helps people name what matters most to them right now.
Her work often centers on patterns that keep people stuck, such as attachment wounds, codependency, or repeated cycles of guilt and shame. She also addresses trauma and abuse with care, and supports people dealing with issues like jealousy, isolation, and substance concerns.
Valerie uses approaches that teach concrete skills and small, testable changes. She helps clients build clearer communication, stronger boundaries, and steadier mood management. Sessions tend to focus on short-term goals and practical steps that fit into everyday life.
People who come to Valerie usually want straightforward help and steady support while they try new ways of coping. She encourages curiosity about patterns and offers hands-on strategies to make daily life feel more manageable.
Practical approaches for online care and change
Valerie draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test small changes in behavior. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, and everyday patterns that cause stress. Mindfulness Therapy is another part of her work and teaches simple ways to slow down, notice moment-to-moment experience, and reduce reactivity during strong emotions.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Valerie will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, and suggest approaches that fit those needs. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan as progress or new concerns emerge.
Session options were not specified in the biography, so confirm current formats before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce time spent traveling to appointments. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and mindfulness techniques effectively in remote sessions to help people practice skills between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Valerie works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues. She also helps people navigate concerns such as jealousy, codependency, and loneliness.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is practical and respectful. Sessions focus on clear goals, skill building, and short-term steps to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.
What is her professional background?
She has 10 years of clinical experience working with a range of emotional and relationship issues. Her work includes helping people recover from trauma and build healthier patterns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida. Therapy is provided from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.