- Client-centered care
- Practical tools
- Life purpose support
About Valencia
Valencia Gooden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with five years of therapy experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and big life changes. Her style is warm and straightforward, aimed at practical change and steady support.
She centers sessions on each person's needs and goals. Valencia uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen deeply and build trust. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors.
In sessions she focuses on clear steps and small, doable changes. Conversations may include identifying stuck patterns, practicing coping skills, and setting realistic goals. She works with clients who want more direction about life purpose or stronger self-love as part of everyday life.
Her background includes five years as a practicing therapist and more than a decade in human services. Valencia holds LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and LISW, Licensed Independent Social Worker, and is based in Ohio and Indiana according to licensing records.
She aims for a collaborative relationship where clients guide the pace. Valencia blends listening with practical tools so people can leave sessions with something to try that week. Starting therapy is framed as a step-by-step process rather than a one-time fix.
How Valencia’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship. In practice this means the therapist follows the client’s lead, reflects what she hears, and helps clarify next steps. It is useful for people who want a supportive space to name goals and feel heard.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thought patterns and behaviors to find small changes that reduce distress. It often includes simple exercises between sessions to test new ways of thinking and acting. CBT can be helpful for anxiety, low mood, and everyday stressors.
EMDR is an approach used to process upsetting memories and experiences by combining focused attention with guided bilateral stimulation. It can be offered when people want to address specific past events that still cause strong reactions.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about symptoms, goals, and preferences, and together they decide what to try first. That plan can shift over time based on what helps most.
For practical matters, confirm the exact session formats before booking since current options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow short check-ins when plans are tight. Licensed professionals can help tailor session length and focus to match a client's schedule and needs.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Valencia help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, and life changes. She also focuses on life purpose and self-love.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm and collaborative, centered on listening and helping clients set realistic steps. Sessions mix supportive conversation with practical coping skills.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
She has five years of clinical therapy experience and over a decade working in human services. That background informs a practical, people-focused approach.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) credentials and is based in Ohio with licensing noted in Indiana as well.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the intake process.
How do I begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. Then schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.