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Valentine Akpa

Therapist(He/Him)
2 years of experience
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Meet Valentine – your partner in growth and wellness.

He is a dedicated mental health practitioner committed to walking alongside you on your journey toward healing and personal growth. With a warm and supportive approach, Valentine strives to create a safe space where you can explore your challenges, celebrate your strengths, and work toward meaningful change. He holds a Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

My approach to therapy

Valentine utilize a solution-focused and holistic framework to guide his practice. This means he emphasizes practical strategies to help you address immediate challenges while also considering the broader context of your emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being.

His approach integrates evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, mindfulness, and strengths-based practices.

What you can expect from me

Sessions will focus on your needs and goals. We’ll start by exploring your current challenges and identifying what you hope to achieve through therapy. We’ll collaboratively develop a clear path forward, focusing on actionable steps and building resilience. You'll gain insights to help you navigate obstacles and create lasting positive change.

Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, or growth, Valentine is committed to helping you uncover your potential and create the life you envision.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Man
  • My style is
    Warm, Solution Oriented, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    2 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Johns Hopkins University, Master of Arts at Loyola Univeristy Chicago
  • License type
    LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) (Maryland), LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (District Of Columbia, New Jersey)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Narrative Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Igbo