I’m a Christian counselor for Christian women. I offer Telehealth sessions for those who live in New York State.

I view therapy as the process of planting seeds of change, where each session lays the foundation for growth and transformation. Just as a seed needs time, care, and the right environment to sprout and flourish, personal change requires patience, understanding, and a supportive space to develop. In therapy, we work together to nurture the growth of new insights, perspectives, and coping strategies that can take root and eventually lead to lasting, positive change. This process isn’t always immediate, but through consistent support and collaboration, these seeds gradually grow into meaningful shifts in thoughts, behaviors, and emotional well-being. I believe in creating a therapeutic environment that is personalized and collaborative. Every journey is unique, and I am committed to tailoring my approach to your specific needs, preferences, and goals. My therapeutic style is grounded in empathy, creativity, and authenticity to ensure each client feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout the healing process. I strive to foster a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore, grow, and make meaningful changes at their own pace.

Everyone deserves a safe place to explore and work through life’s difficult issues. I am passionate about helping people navigate these challenges. Whether it is working on lifelong anxiety or personal growth to live optimally, I can help you by utilizing evidenced-based techniques tailored to your unique need. We will work to create practical, actionable strategies that you can use right away that lead to meaningful growth. In addition to using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), I utilize exciting new treatments such as Virtual Reality, art, somatic, and music therapy if clients desire. I am here for you and it is my privilege to join you on this journey of growth. Please reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consultation to see if I am the right fit to help.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by life? Struggling to find the joy? Wondering what it all means? I am dedicated to providing a safe and loving space for you to discuss your deepest concerns without fear of judgment or misunderstanding. With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare helping professions, I have a deep and candid interest in understanding your perspective and supporting you as you learn to make the changes that will lead you closer to the life that you desire and deserve.

Whether it’s the child, teenager, adult, couple, or family who walks through my door, they’re often navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, conflict, or life transitions. With over 30 years of experience—and a calm, kind approach often described as grounded and trustworthy—I support those who may feel overwhelmed but are ready to heal, grow, and reconnect. They’re seeking more than symptom relief—they want lasting change, emotional strength, and meaningful connection. I walk alongside them with warmth, clarity, and practical tools—helping them build resilience, empowerment, and the confidence to move forward with peace, purpose, and hope I offer compassionate, experienced therapy rooted in trauma-informed care, play therapy, family systems, and emotional resilience. I help clients heal, strengthen relationships, and develop practical, personalized tools to overcome adversity. Together, we work toward greater clarity, confidence, emotional strength, and meaningful, lasting change. Whatever you're facing, you're not alone. I’ve walked alongside many who’ve felt lost, stuck, or broken—and watched them rise with new strength, hope, and empowerment. Let’s work together to forge a new chapter—one filled with courage, healing, growth, and hope. You have what it takes, and I’d be honored to support your journey forward.

I became a therapist because I believe in the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of authentic connection. From a young age, I’ve been drawn to people’s stories, struggles, dreams, and the strength they find to keep going through pain and uncertainty. I chose this path because I want to walk alongside others as they navigate life’s difficulties and discover purpose and meaning in their lives. What inspires me most are the powerful moments of growth that can happen in therapy, when someone begins to believe in their worth again, when patterns start to shift, or when a long-held burden begins to feel a little lighter. Being a therapist allows me to hold space for those moments and guide the process of healing and change. To me, therapy isn’t about labeling people as broken or flawed; it's about recognizing when something in life isn’t working and finding new ways forward. We all reach points where our usual ways of coping fall short, and it takes courage to ask for help. I see therapy as a space to explore what’s not working, build on what is, and discover new tools, insights, and directions. It’s a privilege to walk alongside people as they make sense of their experiences and move toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to meet each client’s unique needs. Every person responds differently to treatment, and part of my role is to help identify and apply the approach that best fits your goals and values. My work is grounded in a client-centered perspective, which means I see therapy as a collaborative process where I walk alongside clients as they move toward self-discovery and meaningful change. I also take a trauma-informed approach, which prioritizes emotional safety and recognizes how trauma can impact a person’s view of themselves and the world. In addition, I incorporate evidence-based practices (EBPs) to support structured, goal-oriented change. During my clinical training at the Orlando VA Healthcare System, I completed specialized training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I also use solution-focused therapy and am currently integrating acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which helps clients align their actions with their values while learning to navigate difficult emotions more effectively. Treatment Areas I have experience working with young adults, adults, and Veterans. I enjoy supporting clients through life transitions and helping them manage challenges such as depression, anxiety, anger, and spiritual struggles. I also work with individuals processing trauma, drawing from my extensive experience at the Orlando VA. Additional areas I address include self-esteem and self-worth, burnout and work-related stress, performance anxiety, and existential concerns such as identity, purpose, and mortality. I aim to create a space where clients feel supported, empowered, and understood so they can move toward the kind of life they want to live.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the history of working with children and adults. I am passionate about helping others to excel and offer non-judgmental care based on ethical practices to assist with improving daily psychosocial functioning. I believe in using empathetic understanding with clients through Solution Focus Brief Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and coaching clients to be all they desire. Whether the concern is Mood disorder, coping skills, or self-esteem challenges we will work together to better your life.

If you struggle with self-doubt, self-criticism, poor body image, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, high emotional sensitivity, anxiety, perfectionism, or if you struggle to ask for help, or often put yourself last, go ahead and contact me because I have a deep desire to help support you. I believe that you have everything you need already inside of yourself to heal and create the life of your dreams, and I believe in my skilled ability to help you unlock your unique strengths and empower you on your healing journey. I'll help you make peace with your whole self—your thoughts and body included. My style is conversational, and I work to earn your trust throughout the process so that you feel safe while you do this work. I help you see that you are powerful beyond measure and more capable than you can imagine. The work we’ll do together will bring you more inner peace and help you find more authentic, and less draining, connection with others. There are better days ahead. Contact me today.

You’ve got a lot going on, and it feels overwhelming. Maybe you have too many choices and can’t decide what to do. I help individuals and couples reclaim their personal power and author a life story that is just right for them. Maybe therapy seems like something you don't "need," but you want to move from surviving to thriving and know something needs to change. You want to feel better and get some relief but are not sure how to get there. My approach is warm, collaborative, and directive.

Do you look for constant reassurance in your relationships? Do you find yourself having trouble making decisions or questioning your choices? Do your relationships lead you to feel overwhelmed or insecure about yourself? Are you looking to increase your self-confidence and feel more empowered? Are you wanting to develop deeper connections with other people? Many people desire loving, trusting friendships and intimate relationships but don't know how to create them, especially if they didn't have the best role models to provide them with the tools to do so. This is where I can help! I will help you strengthen your confidence when it comes to datingrelationships and understand the WHY that leads you to feel anxious, insecure, or to choose a partner that ultimately leads to a devastating breakup. I'll teach you the exact skills to decrease your anxiety, improve your self-esteem, and develop the loving relationships you deserve.

Jennifer Valera, LCSW I am deeply passionate about helping others live their most fulfilling lives. As a therapist, my mission is to provide the highest quality of care in a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment. I create a supportive space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered, using a strengths-based approach that honors each person’s unique belief system, culture, values, and goals. I believe in the power of collaboration, working side by side with my clients to address life’s challenges and foster personal growth. Drawing from a variety of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, I tailor each session to meet the individual needs of adults and couples, guiding them toward healing and their fullest potential. I specialize in supporting adults and couples navigating challenges such as relationship concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), stress management, low self-esteem, life transitions, family conflict, grief and loss, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), and anger management. I also have experience providing substance abuse counseling for adults. I earned both my undergraduate and master’s degrees in clinical social work from the University of Central Florida. Outside of my work, I treasure time with my family—especially my little niece and nephew. I enjoy relaxing with a good documentary, true crime series, or movie, practicing yoga, sipping my daily coffee, and occasionally indulging in a well-earned nap. "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think." A.A. Milne.

I thrive to empower clients to find the best version of themselves, accept the past, and move on to happiness in the present and future. I believe you are reading this for a reason. I specialize in working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and self esteem issues for individuals as well as couples therapy. I believe that every client should leave each and every session with actionable steps that will help significantly improve mental health. If you are willing to do the work to change I am excited to help provide the path to success. I am completely bi-lingual (Spanish and English) and I am compassionate, patient, and understanding but also determined to provide direction to a better level of mental health and towards finding the best version of you.