Valeri Pineo

I believe people truly have the ability to improve their lives and to feel better about themselves. I also believe many people spend all their energy on their weaknesses, and forget all the successful, positive, and effective things they do everyday. As a veteran licensed therapist of nearly twenty years, my job is to shine a bright light on those successes, while also working on identified areas of need. My proficiencies include clients ages 2-52, and I am well versed with depression, anxiety, autism spectrum, PTSD, and ADHD.

I mainly use Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy. I occasionally use Rational Emotive Behavior Strategies. I utilize play and art with children and some adolescents. I like to focus on strengths that lie outside academics for clients who may struggle with school.

I am not your usual therapist. I have purple hair, and I sometimes wear jeans. I'm playful and genuine, very client focused, and I'm always ready to learn.

The first meeting is spent gathering information, introducing ourselves, and learning about client needs and preferences. I like to identify areas of client success right from the beginning. I answer any questions and allow the client to determine if I am a good match, and what they would like to do going forward.