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- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- Life transitions
About Valencia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Indiana with five years of therapy experience, Valencia Gooden helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self‑esteem, depression, and major life changes. She also focuses on questions of life purpose and cultivating self‑love. Sessions emphasize clear goals and practical steps rather than medical jargon. Valencia works with adults who need tools to manage emotions and move forward.
Valencia uses a mix of familiar therapeutic methods to match each person's needs. She draws on client‑centered therapy to prioritize what the person wants to work on. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used when patterns of thinking and behavior are getting in the way. She also includes EMDR for people who bring trauma memories, mindfulness practices for attention and stress, and elements of the Gottman Method for relationship concerns.
In sessions she focuses on short-term strategies and skills people can practice between meetings. She helps clients break problems into manageable steps and tracks progress week to week. Conversations stay practical and focused on what the client can try next.
Valencia's background includes five years in clinical therapy plus more than a decade in human services work. That mix informs how she balances real-world problem solving with therapeutic techniques. She describes therapy as a collaborative process and aims to help clients build confidence to handle change.
Outside of work she is married and has a large family. Personal interests include painting, audiobooks, short trips, learning new skills, and spiritual practices that influence her approach to meaning and purpose.
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How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Client‑Centered Therapy focuses on what the person wants to work on. In practice this means sessions start by setting priorities and the therapist follows the client’s lead to decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets specific thoughts and behaviors. Online CBT sessions often include short skill practice, worksheets, and homework to try between meetings. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) addresses distressing memories; when it is used the therapist guides structured processing and checks emotional responses during and after the procedure.Choosing an approach is collaborative. Valencia will discuss different methods and help you pick what fits your goals and preferences. She adjusts the plan as you learn what works and what does not, so the process is flexible rather than fixed.
Confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit around work, childcare, or transportation limits. It can also allow shorter check‑ins when a full session is not needed, and reduce the need to travel for appointments. Ask about session length, frequency, and any materials you should prepare for the first meeting.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self‑esteem, and coping with major life changes. Additional focus areas include life purpose and self‑love.
What therapy styles does she use?
Their approach mixes client‑centered work with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and aspects of the Gottman Method. Valencia adapts methods to the issue you bring.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional therapy experience and over a decade working in human services. That background informs her practical, skills‑focused style.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds LCSW and LISW credentials and practices in Ohio, with an Indiana LCSW noted in her background.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and state rules.
What are the steps to get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.