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My approach is flexible, nonjudgmental, and focused on creating a safe, supportive space for self-discovery. I specialize in guiding individuals and families through life transitions, such as changes in relationships, work, health, and aging. I have also taught healthcare professionals how to communicate effectively and build stronger p
**Accepting new clients** What if you could start feeling better? I would love to support and explore how we can make change happen for you. Maybe you are tired of managing those racing thoughts on your own or struggling to figure out the best next step for your career or relationship - either way I can help. I work with clients whose anxiety-depre
I am an experienced therapist specializing in individual and couples therapy. I help my clients with an array of difficulties, including depression, anxiety, trauma, bereavement, life transitions and marital and relationship difficulties. I provide a safe space within which I strive to get to know and understand my clients. I work collaboratively
Before entering private practice with Leek Therapy, my primary work focused on community mental health, complex trauma, and social justice. Working in non-profit organizations and residential programs, I developed a relational therapeutic approach that values trauma-informed and culturally responsive interventions. My work with adolescents, young a
I have worked with individuals of all ages in my 30 years of practice. I offer individual and group therapy in a confidential setting, utilizing both telehealth and in-person services.
I use an eclectic model of treatment combining cognitive behavioral therapy with psychodynamic work, as needed. My goal is to meet each client with attention to
You can bring anything to the table, and I will accept you as you are. I will listen and provide a warm, supportive, and caring approach to therapy. My goal is to provide therapy that is suited to your needs. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, sensitive, kind, and direct. I am experienced at providing therapy to individuals, couples, and g
My approach to therapy comes from a person centered lens and systems approach. In short, this means I approach every person that I have the honor to work with as the experts on their own lives and the many factors that effect their overall well-being. I approach every client with curiosity and unconditional positive regard while guiding them to see
Life can feel heavy when anxiety takes hold, making even simple moments feel uncertain. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can feel understood and begin to untangle the worries that weigh you down.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Together, we’ll work to recognize a
It feels like you’re drifting—maybe even lost. You give everything to those around you, yet no one seems to be there to take care of you. It’s as if you’re drowning, and no one notices.
The weight of it all makes you feel sick, sometimes so much that you miss work. If one more person asks for something, you might just ex
I'm Valerie Allen, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. In my approach to healing, I prioritize creating a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental space for each individual. I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and mutual respect. My approach is client-centered, recognizing that each
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