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I am a licensed professional counselor in Oklahoma. I received a Bachelor of Science from Southern Nazarene University in Family Studies and Gerontology and a Masters of Human Relations with the emphasis of Licensed Professional Counseling from The University of Oklahoma. I have experience with adults, families, and groups. I have worked with those struggling with mild to severe mental illness as well as those individuals who are struggling with issues including depression, grief & loss, abuse/neglect, addictions with dual diagnosis, behavioral problems, bipolar, and parenting problems. I adapt my counseling style to each individual. However, within my experience, I have noticed that clients are more adaptable to me utilizing a counseling style of a client-focused approach. I believe that it is important to meet the client where they currently are in their journey of life and work from that point. I am a very transparent-honest-caring individual in my day to day life and I bring that trait to each session with the belief that in doing so, the client feels more at ease with being honest as issues and challenges are being processed. I believe everyone deserves respect and compassion as well as the opportunity to have added support when needed. My approach/style combines cognitive-behavioral and client-centered….just to name a few. A client’s treatment plan and the direction of the sessions will be tailored to meet the individual needs.
"Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can go, just remember how far you have come".
Professional experience
7yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyRelationshipsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, ADHD, Blended family issues, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Jealousy, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
Services offered
Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging
License information
TX LPC 88690
OK LPC 6622
Reviews
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I appreciate being able to participate in counseling from anywhere in various formats. Valerie understands my concerns and helps me develop strategies to address them. She also helps me focus on what's truly important!
Written on Jul 13, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 2 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, and coping with life changes
I have been in therapy with Better Help on and off for a couple of years and have always had Valerie as my therapist and I absolutely LOVE her! She has helped me with so many different obstacles I've had along the way and she always finds a way to help me. I have not had one session where I did not feel satisfied. I am always feeling better after our sessions. I will continue to use her for as long as I am needing help. Thank you Valerie, your truly a blessing.
Written on Apr 15, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 2 years on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Valerie is amazing. I have learned a lot from her.
Written on Apr 04, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
It has been absolutely amazing, I opened up to someone I didn’t know, but I knew I needed help. Valerie has helped me so much, with my childhood issues, and we are still working on my marriage issues. I am open taking good sound advice. VALERIE IS AMAZING!!!
Written on Mar 30, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Valerie is very understanding and always knows the right words! Would definitely recommend her!
Written on Sep 21, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Valerie is an outstanding and understanding counselor. Our sessions have been so helpful thus far.
Written on Sep 07, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief, and parenting issues
She is amazing and listens very well
Written on Apr 22, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Valerie is the best thing that happened to my mental health, she is very caring and I would even venture to say that she is more than a therapist, she is a friend when you most need friends.
Written on Jan 18, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Valerie changed my life. Without her guidance I would still be stuck in the same place, with the same problems. Now that I've taken control of my life I can finally move forward.
Written on Dec 10, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
Valerie is the best!
Written on Oct 30, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I definitely would recommend Valerie Steele for anyone wanting the best help and the honesty in order to do the work necessary to bring about the outcome you may be seeking. I learned so much from my initial session.
Written on Sep 03, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and adhd
Valerie is an incredibly knowledgeable and practical counselor. She helps you develop practices that build on each other to address your concerns. She helps you remember that practice take time and small steps are good.
Written on Aug 23, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Valerie doesn't mess around! It's been great working with her. Our sessions are casual, but affirming, and I've noticed myself taking a sharp turn onto the road to positive wellbeing since seeing her.
Written on Aug 19, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Valerie is amazing. I have seen my thinking and who I am change a lot since I have started with her. I still have a ways a to go, but she is such a great support! I'm grateful for her.
Written on Jun 23, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 5 months on issues concerning grief
I enjoyed our first meeting and looking forward to the next. Valerie was very helpful.
Written on Jun 22, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s wonderful. Kind and very helpful.
Written on Jun 22, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks
Valerie has made quite an impression on me in the short amount of time I have known of her. She is personable, she is smart, and she is knowledgeable. I am so glad that I was paired with her! I am looking forward to going on this journey with her.
Written on May 22, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I have had the absolute best experience talking with Valerie! She has a way of connecting with me unlike any other counselor has! 10/10 would recommend BetterHelp!
Written on May 17, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 6 months
Wonderful!
Written on May 16, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks
I love her!
Written on May 08, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder
Knowledgeable, empathetic, relatable counselor.
Written on Apr 28, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Valerie is phenomenal! From our first interaction I felt heard and seen. She's a great listener, has positive energy, and always has a contagious smile!
Written on Apr 27, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks
Valarie has been great to work with. I feel like she listens and really cares. She has really helped me work towards my goals.
Written on Apr 18, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
You are extremely helpful
Written on Apr 01, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management
I have been working with Valerie for a couple of months now. She is a wonderful listener. She is skilled and taking in my rambling thoughts and and pinpointing exactly what I am trying to say. She offers support and suggestions that are easy to implement in my life and often messages me between appointments to send me a website or pdf that might be helpful or to simply send a message of encouragement. She is helping me manage my anxiety and depression.
Written on Apr 01, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and intimacy-related issues
Valerie has really helped me in the last few weeks. Before her I was so stressed I couldn’t see what was in front of me and she helped me “unpack” my brain. She put everything in perspective and helped me see that I matter! Plus, there’s no awkward silence she talks to me and helps me break down my thoughts! I can’t thank her enough!
Written on Mar 17, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Valerie is an amazing counselor! I have had a few in the past but none compare to her. She is very personable and understanding. I really like that she listens to what I have to say and gives me actual feedback and advice so that i’m not stumbling and trying to think of things to say. Amazing counselor and very positive!!
Written on Feb 15, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I am so grateful that I was connected with Valerie. I've tried therapy in the past and it was a bad experience. Talking with Valerie was a breath of fresh air!
Written on Feb 11, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Valerie is a great listener and has very helpful information and tools to assist you.
Written on Feb 01, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and adhd
I love talking with her. She listens carefully without judgment and gives the best advice possible. She’s already helped me through so much! I am thankful to have gotten her as my counselor. I would definitely recommend her for anyone!
Written on Dec 09, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Valerie is a great counselor. She is very understanding, relatable, and non-judgmental. Highly recommend.
Written on Nov 12, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
This has been a saving grace for me. For someone who is “too busy” to really care for their mental health, this gives me the opportunity to finally make it a priority. I can chat/call/text Valerie practically at any time and she is there. I cannot thank you enough.
Written on Nov 06, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ad
I love Valerie. She’s so awesome and has really helped me sort my mind and feelings during my hard times!
Written on Oct 27, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Valerie is very transparent and honest. She doesn’t beat around the bush. In a VERY short amount of time she has already helped me to realize some crucial things. Initially I wasn’t sure about telemed. I’m beyond thrilled I found V. She can get real serious with me about the serious stuff, yet laugh with me at the precise moment I need it. If you’re fortunate enough to have V as your therapist, rest assured you won’t be disappointed. I used to dread therapy. I honestly look forward to our sessions now. To you, Valerie- Thank you for blessing me with your compassion, knowledge and understanding. I mean it when I say I got lucky. I am looking forward to the future and all the good that is coming my way. Thank you for blessing me.
Written on Oct 26, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
I just got off my first call with Valerie and just had to write a review. She had so much encouraging stuff to say and really helped me take a more positive perspective on some things that had me feeling stuck. Our conversation was insightful. Highly recommend her!
Written on Sep 17, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 1 week
Very friendly, open, honest and right to the point. Great insight to what's going on in my life and family situation.
Written on Aug 27, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Valerie is an extremely great counselor! She makes me feel like I matter and truly listens to me. She’s awesome!
Written on Aug 08, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Valerie is super sweet and understanding. She is very relatable and has some wise words for every scenario. Thank you Valerie.
Written on Jul 31, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue
Valerie Steele has made a huge impact on my life. She helped me through a very difficult time and I am eternally grateful. She always made me think and put concepts in front of me that helped me realize the real issues I was having. The issues I knew deep down but wouldn’t reveal to myself. She is an amazing therapist. Responds quickly to very long rants, as I like to call them. Responds with thoughtful responses and ideas. Never judgement. I can breathe easier because of her and her methods. I cannot thank her enough for everything.
Written on Jun 04, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She has been extremely pleasant to talk to. She's kind, always wants to know what's on my mind, and checks in on me when I dont respond after so long..which means a lot.
Written on Mar 18, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks
She's amazing! Very patient through my rambling and always positive and helpful.
Written on Mar 06, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Valerie is absolutely amazing. I am so glad that I was matched with her. She helped me to feel much more confident in my future. I am excited to use the tools that she has given me and become the best me.
Written on Feb 07, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 5 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and eating disorders
So far my expertise with Valerie is wonderful. She makes sure to help reinforce my abilities and congratulate my achievements.
Written on Jan 17, 2019 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks
She's a very good counselor- she listens to everything and gives constructive advice!
Written on Oct 30, 2018 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
In the first week of working with Valerie, she hit so many nails on the head about me and what I was going through. She’s been a huge blessing when I hit a time in my life where if I didn’t find myself again, I was gonna lose it all. I recommend her and this app to so many! It’s been worth the money!
Written on Oct 23, 2018 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
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