By looking around for some help, you've already begun the process of recovery. In my office in Walnut Creek, not far from Concord and Clayton, CA, I work with adults and teens, couples and families who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, perinatal and postpartum mood disorders, and parenting stress.
Yes, this is different, but most of my clients are finding that it is very convenient and effective as in-person sessions. I'd love to talk with you about how we might work together to get you moving into the life you want to lead. The best way to reach me is by phone, to set up a free 30-minute telephone consultation.
Yes, this is different, but most of my clients are finding that it is very convenient and effective as in-person sessions. I'd love to talk with you about how we might work together to get you moving into the life you want to lead. The best way to reach me is by phone, to set up a free 30-minute telephone consultation.
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Life had a lot to teach me before I was ready to be a therapist. I was that bookish kid who read Psychology Today in the library as a high school student, but I didn't have a solid sense back then, that counseling would be my calling eventually. First, I needed to go through four years of college with a dream of being an opera singer, and I needed to learn how to fail and get on with life.
Do you find yourself replaying your day as you try to fall asleep, going over each mishap of the day, imagining what else might have gone sideways that you didn't notice? Maybe you avoid speaking up in meetings, or in class, even though you have something to say. Or maybe you cancel plans at the last minute with friends even though you'd really like to go, because the thought of actually going makes you too nervous.
Take Ygnacio Valley Road, heading East and drive 4.9 miles to Oak Grove Rd. You will pass the new Safeway in the Orchards Shopping Center, and the new Whole Foods in the Encina Shopping center. Turn left onto Oak Grove, and get into the right lane immediately, as you will be turning right in one block, where you see the Bank of America.
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Jamie Hundley
Dec 02, 2019
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I have had the privilege of working with Valerie in a professional, large hospital setting. She is a committed and hard working therapist. She is able to truly see the unique person or family system in a variety of complex life circumstances. She is dedicated to creating a thoughtful and effective care plan, and has the therapy chops to see it through! I have seen people in her care experience relief, learning, and growth!
Jamie Hampton Hundley, LCSW
Jamie Hampton Hundley, LCSW
Women Veterans
Sep 09, 2019
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I had the pleasure of working with Valerie as part of an intensive outpatient clinical team for nearly 2 years. Valerie was very competent in rendering high level individual and group therapy treatment to a broad range of clients. She demonstrates a deep commitment to Dialectical, Behavioral & Narrative therapy models. She is very helpful in assisting clients with self care and self regulation skills. She offers compassionate and professional service with a palatable and humorous approach.
Kalista Hickman
Aug 21, 2019
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I had the opportunity to work with Valerie Hodgskiss MFT as part of a clinical team, prior to her opening her practice. In that setting, we collaborated on cases frequently and I had the opportunity to see firsthand the excellent care she provides to clients. Valerie excels at treating anxiety and at taking an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach, helping clients examine their goals and values and take steps toward them. I highly recommend her for adults, teens, couples and families.
Nancy Steenson
May 15, 2019
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