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Dr. Valerie Quarles, LCSW, LISW

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression
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About me

My name is Dr. Valerie Quarles. I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and hold licensures in three states; Connecticut, Georgia and South Carolina. I received my bachelor’s degree in Human Services from Springfield College in Springfield, Massachusetts and Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW), with a Clinical Specialization in Children/Families, from Fordham University in Manhattan, New York. In 2012, I received my Doctorate of Philosophy in Human Services with Specialization Social and Community Services from Capella University in Minneapolis, MN.

I am a veteran in working with individuals, children and families and have over thirty years of experience to offer you. Some of my experiences include working with populations such as: children/youth/families, elderly, juveniles, and adults with issues of substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, mental health and domestic violence prevention and intervention. I have also worked with complex trauma, depression, family issues involved in divorce, custody, and family violence situations. Some of my skills involve the use of the DSM-V, crisis intervention, co-parenting issues, mediations, and empowerment skills to assist individuals in becoming self-sufficient.

It is my aim to empower individuals to use their strengths and skills in attaining and maintaining their goals, personal growth, and self-sufficiency. I contend that it is important to positively role model and to teach others the value of caring for themselves and others. I am very eclectic in my therapy approach in which I combine Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Problem Solving, Task-Centered, Solution Focus, Narrative, and Crisis. I will personalize our discussion to create a customized treatment plan to assist you in your success.

Lastly, I live by four recipes for a “Happy Life” that are simply….First, “To thy own self be true”…..Secondly, “Be impeccable with your words”. Thirdly, “Don’t take anything personally”. Fourth, “Always, do your best, because the best is yet to come”. Therefore, with each moment, we come closer to reaching our goals. I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family Conflicts
Parenting Issues
Depression
Trauma
Coping with Life Changes
Life Coach

Also experienced in:
Addictions , Trauma and Abuse , Grief/Loss , Intimacy-related issues , Anger Management , Self Esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar Disorder , Coping with life changes , Coaching, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),

Years of Experience: 30

Professional experience

30yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Abandonment, Adoption and Foster Care, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Mood disorders , Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

CT LCSW 007613

SC LISW 12382

GA LCSW CSW006874

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Valerie Quarles. 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 speaking with Dr. Quarlrs and in a few short weeks I have seen a huge improvement in my communication and relationship with my family.

Written on Jun 03, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues

Great and very resourceful

Written on Mar 26, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Dr. Quarles has helped my heart and soul understand me a little better. Things about myself I never noticed she found in just a short time of knowing me. I believe finding the right person to talk to can make life a bit easier and that is what Dr. Quarles has done for me. I appreciate her giving me all of her attention when I needed it the most and I would love to one day come back to her.

Written on Feb 15, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd

In this short period of time, Dr. Quarles help me more than I could have ever imagined. She really let me see the situations from a difference angle which opened my eyes to new views. I intend on continuing to stay with her.

Written on Feb 09, 2021 after therapy with Valerie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd

Thanks for everything!

Written on Oct 08, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem

Dr. Quarles has been an absolute pleasure to work with. From my first session, there was a click and I immediately knew that she would be the one who could help me. She’s an attentive listener, very caring, and genuine. She’s also given me great tools to help me along my journey. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Written on Oct 07, 2020 after therapy with Valerie for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem