- Trauma and abuse
- Anxiety and panic
- Stress management
About Valerie
Her approach is conversational and tailored. She listens to what matters most and designs a plan that fits each person’s needs. Sessions focus on practical steps to rebuild confidence, manage panic, and get through difficult life changes.
Valerie has supported people working through relationship endings, communication problems, and feelings of abandonment. She also helps with body image concerns, pregnancy and childbirth transitions, and mood or panic symptoms. Those coping with social anxiety or phobia can work on strategies to feel more comfortable in social settings.
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions toward clear goals. The work often includes skill-building for managing anxiety and grounding practices for trauma-related symptoms. Valerie encourages small, achievable changes that add up over time.
If you decide to begin, Valerie asks that you complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to her availability. The process is collaborative and paced to match your readiness and goals.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Valerie works using evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and symptom relief. One common approach emphasizes building coping skills for anxiety and panic - teaching breathing, grounding, and step-by-step exposure to feared situations to reduce avoidance. Another addresses trauma-related symptoms by using stabilizing strategies and gradual processing to help reduce the intensity of distressing memories.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Valerie will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels most comfortable. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since session formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce commute time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also allow people to use techniques learned in session in their everyday routines more quickly. Licensed professionals are experienced in helping clients adapt evidence-based methods to remote care and will discuss practical arrangements when you get started.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma and abuse. Additional focus areas include self-esteem, panic, and life transitions such as divorce and pregnancy.
What is her therapeutic style like?
The style is conversational and tailored to each person. Valerie listens carefully and builds a plan that focuses on practical steps and skill-building.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including mood disorders and post-traumatic stress.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and practices in Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Valerie?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to her availability.