Hi, I am KT. I have over 20 years of university teaching and working with a variety of individuals as a licensed professional counselor (LPG). To name a few of the challenges they wanted to address: anxiety, stress, relationship/communication issues, anger management, resiliency, survivors of sexual trauma and abuse, self-development challenges, aging, and/or existential issues.
I see myself as a member of your growth team. I believe we all can grow, improve, and celebrate throughout our life spans, if we are willing to do some work. Flexibility is important. We will set goals and revise them as needed, utilizing science-based treatment strategies as we work to help you. There is no cookie-cutter answer. You should gain coping skills and strategies to help your growth.
I collaborate with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared safely without fear of shame or judgment. I am an LGBTQ+ ally, respectful of spirituality, diversity, and culture. I describe myself as a lifelong learner who is caring, sensitive, and empathic, and I am in awe of people's courage and hope. I know it is difficult to reach out and talk with a stranger the first few times, but it is worth the effort. Take good care.
Karena T. Valkyrie, PhD, LPC (TX)
"KT"
Professional experience
20 yrs in practice
Relationship issues Intimacy related issues Anger management Depression Coping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:LGBTQ+ related issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Executive and professional coaching, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Karena Valkyrie. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I have enjoyed and feel confident working with Dr.Valkyrie.
Written on Sep 03, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Im happy to have found her. As this is my first experience in therapy im glad I did it. The tools and exercises she taught me have helped me tremendously.
Written on Aug 09, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
Always a pleasure
Written on Jun 25, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
A wonderful woman ❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹
Written on Jun 24, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Dr Valkyrie is amazing! Super professional while also patient and understanding
Written on Jun 22, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
She’s amazing
Written on May 26, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 6 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management
Dr. V has greatly helped me over the last year. This is one of the first times in my life where I have seen drastic changes and growth in who I am and how I interact with individuals in my life.
Written on Apr 29, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Very thorough and genuinely cares about her clients. Thoughtful and intentional with making contact with her clients regularly.
Written on Apr 20, 2026 after therapy with Karena for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Excellent
Written on Nov 17, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 4 months on issues concerning depression, and family conflicts
Dr. Valkyrie has been phenomenal. She listens to your concerns and does not sugar coat anything. She is going to tell you like it is, however is very supportive as well.
Written on Oct 03, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Dr. Valkyrie is a great listener and is really helping me navigate some issues in my life. I appreciate her feedback and follow up s between appointments.
Written on Sep 11, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Valkyrie provides me with plenty of resources in between our sessions to continue on the work we started. I appreciate the work she puts in to make sure I am growing!
Written on Jul 01, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Dr. Valkyrie is awesome. She is welcoming and accepting and supportive in a non-judgmental way. She is always looking for new ways to help me learn and grow. I have benefitted greatly from my time spent with her and plan to continue my sessions.
Written on Mar 04, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
So grateful that she is part of my healing process.
Written on Feb 27, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very knowledgeable and understands how to navigate the issues to find solutions.
Written on Jan 05, 2025 after therapy with Karena for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, and self esteem
She is very knowledgeable and helpful with any issues you may have.
Written on Dec 26, 2024 after therapy with Karena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
She is great
Written on Dec 13, 2024 after therapy with Karena for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Dr. Valkyrie has been amazing! She has helped me so much through life changes and all the ups and downs. She’s the best!
Written on Dec 10, 2024 after therapy with Karena for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Valkyrie is patient with me. She challenges my thought processes.
Written on Dec 05, 2024 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr. Valkyrie is an incredible therapist! Smart, informative, and very insightful.
Written on Sep 29, 2024 after therapy with Karena for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
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