Welcome to my practice, CALM Therapy Services. I am a clinical social worker licensed in Indiana and Louisiana. I received my Bachelors degree at Purdue University and my Masters degree from IUPUI. I have worked in the behavioral health field for 25 years treating people with a variety of needs and conditions. I am an empathetic and genuine therapist who believes in the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. We all need someone to listen to us without judgement about our feelings, emotions, and past decisions. Life offers us a variety of challenges and we will work together on moving through them and understanding how our past experiences have affected us. I am a wife, mother of six, and understand the trials and tribulations of working full time and managing a household.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
I know therapy can feel scary and overwhelming so in our first session we will focus on building a strong foundation for our therapeutic relationship. We will discuss your needs, goals, and life challenges. We’ll explore your personal history, background information, and present challenges. We will set goals together to ensure you receive the best treatment possible in a safe environment.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a clinician include being relatable, authentic, incorporating humor, and a great sense of compassion and understanding for all people. I am very pationate about helping others and I want nothing from you, except to help you.
About Valarie Anderson
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Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT is a type of mindful psychotherapy that helps you stay focused on the present moment and accept thoughts and feelings about things you cannot change. We will work on moving you forward through difficult emotions so you can put your energy into healing instead of dwelling on the negative. I have found it helpful to those who have injuries of the brain including traumatic brain injuries, dementia, stroke, tumors, Parkinson's, and Alzhemier's which I have worked with over the past three years.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a goal oriented and collaborative approach that focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. We will discuss coping strategies to manage intrusive thoughts and emotions effectively.
Trauma-Focused CBT
TF-CBT is an evidenced based psychotherapy that directly addresses the impact of traumatic events. I will help guide you through the process of acknowledging and facing how the trauma has affected you and your relationships. We will go at your pace and comfort level.