Vanessa N. Valencia
Do you often feel drained, sad, or unmotivated? What about emotionally unavailable, stressed, or anxious? It is possible that you are being weighed down with constant stress revolving around school, family, or work. Life can get messy and bring even the strongest of people down sometimes. We all need someone who will listen, be non-judgemental and encourage us when we are at our most vulnerable state. This is what therapy is all about. Therapy is a safe place where you can explore your thoughts and emotions without being judged. You will learn healthy ways to cope with your struggles. I enjoy working side by side and supporting adults who are struggling with self-esteem, stress, anger, anxiety or depression. I believe it is important to build healthy relationships through learning appropriate communication and social skills. My focus is on helping my clients process and identify their repressed emotions through therapeutic strategies such as mindfulness, art therapy, or journaling. As your therapist, it will be my job to equip you with the coping skills needed to aid you as you go through this journey of life.
My focus is on helping my clients process and identify their repressed emotions through therapeutic strategies such as mindfulness, art therapy, or journaling.
First session
My clients can expect for me to ask them questions regarding their goals and their struggles they have been facing. I also like to get to know my clients, their interests and how they take care of themselves.
Strengths
My biggest strength would be building healthy and trusting relationships with my clients. I believe that is where the "magic" starts. I enjoy getting to know my clients and being the support they need during tough times.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are adults that are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-confidence issues, family conflict, relationship challenges, as well as life transitions. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, gain insight into patterns that no longer serve them, build effective coping skills, strengthen relationships, and develop a greater confidence, resilience, and overall emotional well-being.
Treatment methods
Person-centered (Rogerian)
As a therapist, I would use person-centered therapy by creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and accepted. I would listen with empathy and reflect their thoughts and feelings to help them better understand themselves. Rather than giving advice, I would support clients in trusting their own experiences and finding their own solutions.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
This means we will spend time understanding your emotions and what they are trying to tell us.
Location
Virtual sessions
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Licensed in
- CaliforniaLicense 139340