Valerie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She specializes in treating trauma-related disorders, anxiety, and depression. She is trained in a variety of evidenced-based interventions, including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), mindfulness approaches, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Valerie is a Navy veteran and has a special place in her practice for veterans, first responders, and survivors of sexual assault and child abuse. Valerie takes a person-centered approach to therapy and believes showing empathy and unconditional positive regard are imperative in the healing process.