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Valerie Testa

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Life presents pain and uncertainty. To learn and live by a perspective that takes you beyond ego, is to find meaning in your suffering as you sit with discomfort and take a closer look at your experience with vulnerability. Finding balance within yourself is not gained through the absence of worry and adversity-it’s discovered through a process of understanding and practicing self- acceptance and self-compassion while in the midst of life struggles. Let's explore your relationship with the negative aspects of human experience. As you look inward with honesty and without harsh judgement you can find yourself closer to your true self.

My approach to therapy

I specialize in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, addiction, life transitions, grief and loss, chronic pain and those who struggle with mental health symptoms that range from mild to severe.

What you can expect from me

I'm here to support you as you explore the roots of your discomfort. Together, we will learn both conscious and subconscious patterns that have led you to your perspective. Observing yourself through an honest lens invites you to be fully present with your imperfections and more accepting of them as part of your human experience

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Challenging

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University at Buffalo State University of New York
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Schema, Behavioral Activation (BA), Structural Family, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychodynamic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Relational, Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2140 Eggert Road Ste D
    Amherst, NY 14226