Valerie is a Licensed Professional Counselor – Associate, supervised by Jill Niemstchk. She is a trauma-informed therapist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Her background in supporting children and families within the foster care system has shaped her understanding of the vital role family plays in the therapy process. Valerie specializes in complex trauma, neurodivergence, relationship challenges, depression, and anxiety.
She utilizes an eclectic approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Experiencing.
Valerie takes a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy, recognizing the unique, whole individual behind each case. Valerie’s culturally informed, holistic perspective moves beyond traditional talk therapy to offer a more comprehensive, personalized approach.