I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with several years of experience helping people overcome a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and life transitions. I believe that everyone has the potential to heal and grow. In therapy, I help my clients to understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I also teach them coping skills and strategies for managing their anxiety, depression, or day to day stressors. My approach to therapy is collaborative and client-centered. I believe that the best way to help someone is to listen to them and understand their unique needs. I also believe that therapy is a journey, not a destination. It takes time and effort to heal, but it is possible. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or day to day stress, I encourage you to reach out to me. I'm here to help you on your journey to healing.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
The first session is about getting acquainted and building a foundation for future work. I will ask questions to understand what brings you to therapy. This might involve your symptoms, recent events, or past experiences that contribute to your current situation. We will discuss what you hope to achieve in therapy and create a preliminary plan that is flexible and can adjust as you progress. Remember, the first session is about laying the groundwork. It's a chance to see if you feel comfortable with my therapeutic approach and I invite any questions or concerns you may have.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My greatest strengths as a provider is creating a safe and trusting space where clients feel comfortable sharing their vulnerabilities. I am able to understand and appreciate the unique experiences of clients from diverse backgrounds and analyze situations from different angles to help clients develop effective coping mechanisms.
About Valentina Hollinger
Appointments
Virtual
My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I'm a therapist passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve lasting change. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a powerful tool for understanding how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors interact. CBT empowers you to identify unhelpful thinking patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and other struggles. Together, we'll explore the root of these patterns and develop strategies to replace them with more balanced and realistic thoughts.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I'm dedicated to empowering individuals to build healthier relationships with themselves and others. I utilize Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), a powerful framework for managing strong emotions, improving communication skills, and building a life guided by your values. DBT goes beyond simply managing symptoms. It equips you with practical tools like mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. We'll work together to identify unhealthy patterns in your life and develop strategies to navigate them with greater skill.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I believe in the power of solution-focused therapy to help you create positive change in your life. This approach is future-oriented and collaborative, focusing on where you want to be rather than dwelling on the past. Solution-focused therapy emphasizes your strengths and resources. Together, we'll explore times when you've successfully navigated challenges in the past and identify what made you successful. This empowers you to build on those strengths and develop solutions that work for you.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
My approach integrates traditional therapy with mindfulness-based techniques, empowering you to find strength and clarity from within. Mindfulness practices, like meditation and breath work, offer powerful tools to connect with the present moment, manage difficult emotions, and develop self-compassion. We'll work collaboratively to explore your unique needs and develop a personalized practice that fosters greater well-being.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing fosters a safe and supportive environment where your voice takes center stage. Through open-ended questions and reflective listening, I'll help you clarify your goals, identify your strengths, and overcome ambivalence. Together, we'll uncover the resources and desires already present within you to move forward.
