I'm Valerie! As your therapist, it is my goal to see you become a better version of yourself. It is my belief that life's experiences teach things about the world that may no longer be the most helpful or true today; even if they were true at the time in our past. When we don't adapt and remain flexible, we find ourselves in a web of mistaken beliefs, thinking errors and unresolved life problems. As a result, it becomes too hard to find our way and manage life's challenges in the here-and-now. I love to be present when my clients find a new way and authentically experience change. I've worked with clients from many walks of life and with varied needs. My areas of expertise are in Post Patrum, Fertility, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, Relationship Challenges, Solution Focused Brief Therapy as well as Substance Abuse. I use a Person Centered and Humanistic approach to help my clients bring out the best in themselves. I like to use humor, challenging questions, and a direct approach because I think in counseling we should get to the point, and we should have fun doing it.
My favorite activities when I'm not at work is spending time with my 4 amazing kiddos! I love to read; I'm a Netflix junkie and I love to cook! I graduated from Ohio University in Athens, Ohio with a major in Health and Human Services focus on Family Studies. I then went on to complete my master's degree at the University of Dayton where I graduated Magnum Cum Laude.
Selecting a therapist on a platform like BetterHelp can be difficult because it's not easy to know exactly what you are getting into. "Will this chick really know what she's talking about? Is she a total Quack? Will she actually be able to help me?" These questions are the norm for clients and uncertainty comes with the territory of what you are searching for. It's my hope that we will make a great team and you will become that better version of yourself you're searching for.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Paranoia, Phobias, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Valerie Wolfinger. 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.
Just love Valerie!!!
Written on Oct 22, 2025 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life cha
Valerie is great! She’s compassionate and straight-forward. She’s honest and real without making you feel bad about anything. She gives practical suggestions and follows up from week to week. Highly recommend!
Written on Oct 24, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She is extremely helpful and thoughtful! I am so happy I found her.
Written on Jul 11, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Valerie Horton helped me when I was coming out and when I was really discovering who I was and what I was doing to people around me. She helped me to become a better person and realize mistakes and flaws are ok but it’s how we learn and grow. She helped me from the first session to the last. Valerie truly helped me believe in myself and think about what is best for myself.
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Since working with Valerie my life has changed in so many ways for the better and she has been supportive every step of the way. Before her I never would have imagined I would be where I am now. I would definitely recommend her!
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and self esteem
Valerie is the best therapist I ever had.
Written on Apr 25, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Valerie is such a kind and understanding person! She is incredibly easy to talk to and exudes warmth. I would recommend her to anyone! She has helped me immensely in the time we have had together. She has certainly had a huge positive impact on my life and helped ne to overcome some of the hardest times in my life. She has been such a valuable asset and I will always be incredibly grateful to her.
Written on Apr 14, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Valerie has been so helpful, both in helping me work through past trauma and giving me techniques and coping mechanisms to cope better day to day. She’s a great listener and very easy to talk to - it feels like talking to a close friend. I’m very grateful for everything she’s done for me. Thank you!
Written on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with Valerie for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, and family conflicts
Valerie is awesome. She listens, responds with empathy and advice, and has helped me tremendously through a tough and changing time in my life.
Written on Dec 13, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Valerie is very compassionate, a great listener, and an amazing counselor. She helped me develop the skills I needed to handle stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction. She is truly amazing!
Written on Oct 29, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
Valerie is absolutely wonderful! She is caring, kind, considerate, compassionate, and supportive. I would not have made the progress that I have within the last few months without her advice and patience. She always responds promptly to messages and checks in throughout the week to see how things are going. I would highly recommend Valerie to everyone I know because of her level of professionalism and nurturing style that encourages you to make change without pushing you too far out of your comfort zone. She gives manageable "assignments" for the week that in the long run have helped me turn into the person that I want to become rather than stuck in a miserable place. I have noticed improvements with my confidence, happiness, and overall life satisfaction as a result of working with Valerie. She lets me speak and process my thoughts rather then telling me how I should feel which is very important for me in our client-practitioner relationship. Our video sessions are the highlight of my week and she is flexible to accommodate my busy schedule. 1,000,000/10 would definitely recommend Valerie!
Written on Oct 11, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Meeting with Valerie was very helpful and her communication style was straightforward, positive, and forward looking. She was encouraging and thoughtful with her feedback and provided clear next steps to tackle whatever situation you were facing. Most importantly, she really cares for her clients and remains invested in your well-being.
Written on Jun 02, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 months
Extremely personable and effortless to talk to. Makes doing counseling so much easier
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Valerie is terrific. She is such a peaceful, mindful person that it is a joy to talk with her, even when the topic is troublesome. I trust her with my feelings and never feel demeaned or belittled in any way. It's very difficult for me to allow myself to be vulnerable in that way, but she makes it easy.
Written on May 05, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Valerie has been an amazing help so far. I really do appreciate her taking time out of her day to help me better live my life! :)
Written on Apr 26, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Valerie and I have been working for just a short time and she is wonderful. I feel great working with her! She understands my concerns and addresses them.
Written on Apr 23, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Valerie is very attentive to my concerns and has been helpful in trying to help me find resolutions for what I am discussing with her! Would highly recommend her!
Written on Apr 22, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Valerie has a very comforting and supportive presence. She always makes me feel welcome to speak my mind and gives helpful feedback!
Written on Apr 19, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
Working with Valeries has been a great experience. She has helped me so much within a short span of time. I really appreciate the care and effort she puts in to make sure I feel valued, heard, and not alone. It’s clearly shown that for her this is more than a job and she loves what she does.
Thanks again Valerie for all the help and advice.
Written on Apr 15, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Feeling understood is half the battle to confession. I feel she understands me or is learning by listening to what I have to say. She is amazing.
Written on Apr 08, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Love Valerie she is very understanding and enjoy taking with her
Written on Mar 17, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Valerie is smart, kind, and helped me with stress management techniques. She is a lovely person and I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Mar 16, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
She really listened and gave me great advice for the future!
Written on Mar 11, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks
Valerie was kind, supportive and gave me hope from the start. She is very attentive and cares deeply and genuinely. I am grateful our paths crossed!
Written on Mar 09, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Valerie is the most kind and organized counselor I have ever had. She is easy to talk to, helps me organize my thoughts, and work through goals and tools to handle stress, anxiety, and depression. It has been two weeks so far and I've already noticed a difference. She helps hold me accountable while being understanding and gracious when I struggle.
Written on Mar 07, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Valerie has been amazing and very helpful! She's given me resources. She listens very well and her feedback is always encouraging! I like how she asks questions to dig deeper to see how you're really feeling or to find the root of something! I'm so glad to have been paired with her!
Written on Mar 05, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very good at listening
Written on Mar 04, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Valerie is very knowledgeable and encouraging. My experience has been very positive and I have recommended BetterHelp to a lot of people.
Written on Mar 03, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
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