Licensed to practice in 3 states and accepts 24 insurances. Specializes in Suicidal Ideation, Codependency, Anxiety and 3 more.
New to Grow
I’m Dr. Valerie Jenkins, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping individuals and couples find renewed hope, healing, and growth. With deep experience in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, infidelity, and suicide prevention, I provide a safe and inclusive space for every client — including those in the LGBTQ+ community.
In your first session, clients can expect to feel heard, gain clarity about what is bringing them to therapy, and leave with a clearer sense of how you can work together. The goal is not to solve everything in one meeting, but to create safety, direction, and hope. Early therapy is built around trust, shared goals, and an agreed-upon process. � What clients receive A safe, compassionate space to share their story at a pace that feels manageable, without judgment. An opportunity to name the real concerns—such as relationship conflict, betrayal, anxiety, trauma, grief, faith struggles, or life transitions. Greater clarity and validation around their feelings, patterns, needs, and the impact of their current circumstances. A collaborative starting plan that identifies priorities, initial goals, and possible next steps for treatment. An understanding of the therapy process, including confidentiality and its limits, communication, scheduling, fees, telehealth expectations when applicable, and each person’s role in the work. Informed consent helps clients make an informed choice and supports autonomy and trust. � A sense of fit and connection—clients can begin deciding whether they feel understood and whether your approach aligns with what they need. One practical takeaway, such as a reflection prompt, a communication tool, a grounding strategy, or a next-step action to use before the next session. Client-facing wording Your first session is a place to exhale, be heard, and begin making sense of what you have been carrying. Together, we will talk about what brought you to therapy, explore what you would like to be different, and identify meaningful goals for your healing or relationship. You will also learn what to expect from therapy and have space to ask questions.
My approach blends evidence-based therapy with genuine empathy and respect for each person’s unique story. Whether you’re facing overwhelming emotions, navigating loss, or rebuilding trust after betrayal, therapy with me is about restoring connection — to yourself, to others, and to a life that feels meaningful again.
Your ideal client is a faith-oriented adult or couple who wants clinically sound counseling that also honors their Christian values. They are motivated for change, open to structured therapeutic work, and want a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to heal, communicate, and rebuild. Ideal Client Profile Your best-fit clients are likely: Christian individuals and couples, including those who want their faith respectfully integrated into treatment rather than treated as separate from emotional or relational concerns. Couples experiencing communication breakdowns, emotional disconnection, intimacy concerns, recurring conflict, or the aftermath of infidelity. They want practical tools—not just a place to vent—to restore safety, trust, and closeness. � Individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, PTSD, or significant life transitions who want trauma-informed care grounded in hope, compassion, and personal values. Clients who are ready to participate actively by reflecting between sessions, practicing communication skills, completing structured exercises or workbooks, and applying insights in daily life. Your approach is especially well suited to people who appreciate clear goals and practical guidance. � Telehealth clients across the states where you are licensed who value privacy, convenience, and consistent counseling from home.
Cash - $140 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
Amerihealth Administrators
Anthem
Arlo
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Tufts Health
Tufts Health/Cigna
I use faith-based therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational therapy