- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma-focused work
About Valarie
Valarie Collins is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky with 17 years of experience. She lists help for stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Valarie uses everyday conversation to find what feels most useful. She asks questions, offers suggestions, and shares practical information and handouts when helpful. Sessions include setting clear goals and checking on progress together.
Her work draws on several common therapy methods, with an emphasis on motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. Those methods are combined as needed with client-centered and solution-focused approaches, and trauma-focused work when trauma is involved.
Valarie has experience across many service settings, including outpatient mental health clinics, private outpatient practice, rehabilitation and detox units, intensive outpatient programs, and psychiatric hospital units. She has worked in individual, group, and couples formats.
She helps people manage specific problems like panic attacks, obsessive or compulsive patterns, process addictions, substance use, mood disorders, and difficulties that follow natural or human-caused disasters. People looking for practical steps, clearer thinking, or support through change may find her way of working straightforward and direct.
How her methods translate to online work
Valarie commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in her practice. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and trying out different thinking or behavior to reduce symptoms. It is often used for anxiety, panic, obsessive patterns, and mood concerns. Motivational interviewing helps people talk through ambivalence about change and build motivation for steps like reducing substance use or changing a habit.She also uses client-centered and solution-focused elements, which prioritize the client's goals and step-by-step problem solving. Choosing the best mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which approaches and goals fit the person's needs and preferences.
The original biography mentions messaging, live chat, phone sessions, and video sessions, but session options can change. Confirm current formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and let someone use a lower-bandwidth option like phone if video is difficult. The therapist will help match an approach and session rhythm that fit practical life demands.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She lists support for stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her approach in sessions?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. She asks questions, makes suggestions, provides education and materials, and tracks progress toward goals.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 17 years of experience working in a range of clinical settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Kentucky Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (KY LPCC) and is based in Kentucky.
Are sessions offered in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
What session formats are used?
The original biography described messaging, live chat, phone, and video sessions; confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.