Hi there, I'm Valerie!

I use a solution-focused approach to therapy. I believe you are the expert in your own life; my role is to support you in exploring and discovering insights and solutions. My focus areas of practice are women's needs, life transitions, grief, and loss.

My focus

I generally work with women who are navigating life transitions and changes; grief and loss, and trauma a common themes in the lives of women, so using a trauma-informed embodied approach is foundational to my work.

My approach

I'm trained in CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care. I have advanced training in nature-based therapy and ecotherapy. I use a person-centered approach supported by a trauma-informed and culturally respectful perspective.

My communication style

My communication style is warm and friendly, using a storytelling approach. All of us hold stories that can provide insights and solutions to our understanding of who we are in the world. Working with me feels safe, comfortable, and supportive.

My journey to mental healthcare

I grew up in a family of teachers, nurses, and clergy, so supporting people is in my lineage. I value working with people at crucial life points where decisions have a big impact. Being human is a complex, lifelong journey; it is an honor to work with individuals at various points in their work towards wholeness and a life well lived.

My goals for you

I provide support and feedback so clients can identify goals and areas to work on in therapy. I trust the client is the expert on their life and knows where they want to focus.

Our first session

During the first session, we'll collect information and then work together to identify the areas to focus on. I'll provide information about my expertise and the length of time we may work together; answering questions and clarifying expectations related to the therapeutic process will also be reviewed.

I identify as...

Female
Biracial or Multiracial
Spiritual

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Body Positivity

Vegan

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Ambetter

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Social Welfare from Case Western Reserve University and a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walla Walla College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

1312 Spring Creek Rd Suite 206, Chattanooga, TN 37412

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