Most of us didn't learn the skills we need to navigate the inevitable challenges we experience in life. Counseling can provide you with the guidance and tools you need to create more peace, joy and fulfillment with yourself, your work, and your relationships. When you learn how to change your thinking, you can change your life.
Whether you want to improve your mood, heal the past, repair your relationship or change your habits, Counseling Arizona can support you in achieving your goals. Our world has changed and no longer feels safe. As you manage this pandemic, you may have feelings of unrest, panic, anxiety and isolation.
Whether you want to improve your mood, heal the past, repair your relationship or change your habits, Counseling Arizona can support you in achieving your goals. Our world has changed and no longer feels safe. As you manage this pandemic, you may have feelings of unrest, panic, anxiety and isolation.
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Valerie is a compassionate client-centered therapist serving clients in the Phoenix, Scottsdale and Paradise Valley area. With over 20 years' experience as a master's level therapist, she is experienced in helping individuals and couples to navigate life's challenges and move forward towards achieving their goals.
Are you having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep because your mind just won't stop?. Are you having distressing body symptoms such as an increased heart rate, shortness of breath, sweating, shaky hands, or nausea?. The psychological symptoms of anxiety can be very challenging to cope with. You may feel that your mind is busy with too many negative thoughts, making it difficult to concentrate on tasks you are trying to complete.
We all feel a little down sometimes. It's normal to temporarily have the blues such as when we experience a significant loss or change in our life. But depression is more than just going through a rough patch and feeling sad. Depression usually includes feelings of sadness, but it's not the same. When you're feeling normal sadness due to a life event, you can continue to function, and you'll feel better with time.
Have you experienced a disturbing event that has left you struggling with upsetting emotions and memories?. Have you witnessed violence, abuse, an accident or other highly stressful event that was very upsetting to you?. If you've been traumatized, your residual feelings may range from grief and hopelessness to anger and shame.
Most of us are aware that a perfect relationship does not exist. But when we fall in love, we expect things will continue to run smoothly. So it can be disappointing and painful when you lose connection and feel like you and your partner have grown apart. Relationship dynamics change over time. You and your partner may have had certain expectations in the beginning and feel disappointed that these have not been fulfilled.
Reviews (10)
Dawn Lawson
May 31, 2021
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Amazed once again by Val's work. I have used Valerie for the past 10 years with total success each time. Not only did she allow me to quit smoking after 20 years with just one session, she has helped me overcome child hood trauma, work stress, gave me tools to beat crippling anxiety and most recently helped to gain focus and excellent recall to pass nursing school finals. Valerie should be on everyone's self care team. If you need to increase your emotional health or gain focus and clarity to crush a goal, Val should be your first call! Can not say enough positive things about my experiences with
R. J.
Mar 04, 2021
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Mollly is very professional and was able to see me on a short term basis for a very specific issue. She helped me to evaluate my options regarding how to navigate a difficult transition. I would love to keep seeing her, but unfortunately I moved out of state. If you need a level-headed counselor, I recommend Molly.
Barbara C.
Aug 24, 2020
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Over the past ten years I've had 15+ brain MRIs and each one was preceded by significant anxiety. As I approached my most recent brain MRI, my anxiety increased and I decided that I wanted to break the cycle. Val conducted a BWRT session the day before my MRI and the change was astounding. I was calm driving to the site, going through registration, changing into the gown and walking up to the MRI. During the test, I used techniques Val taught to keep me calm. Val's compassion, connection and skill helped me to conquer what had been seemingly unsurmountable.
Lynn Multari
Jan 02, 2020
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William Aguilar
Dec 27, 2019
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Susan Raisanen
Nov 15, 2019
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We host Community Events at our office, and Val was a guest speaker at a recent seminar. She talked about Hypnosis and its use in weight loss and smoking cessation, among other things. It was fascinating. I was curious, and being that I was having trouble sleeping at night, I went to her for a session. It was fantastic! By the time I left about an hour later, I felt as though I'd slept a full night and was so rested. You can tell that she is not only good at what she does, but she is passionate about helping people. I highly recommend Val and Counseling Arizona.
George Seifert
Nov 02, 2019
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I’m April, 2010, I walked into Valerie’s office, a 35 year heavy smoker. 90 minutes later, I walked out a non smoker and will be a non smoker for the rest of my life. I’m very skeptical but had nothing to lose, except a nasty habit. Best investment in “me” that I’ve ever made. I no longer have breathing problems, bronchitis, pneumonia every year or chronic colds. There wasn’t any “withdrawal” symptoms nor was there any weight gain. Invest in yourself, call Valerie today.
Hillary Kuenn
Oct 19, 2019
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Brittany Mirrasoul
Sep 29, 2019
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Cathy Simons
Jul 11, 2019
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