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Want to break through life's challenges? If you have anxiety, worry, depression, mental illness, guilt, shame, anger, toxic relationships, trouble setting goals, lack of focus, grief, limiting thoughts and beliefs, esteem issues, job loss, family issues, school issues, childhood trauma or later life issues, then look no further. As a seasoned professional, I offer holistic counseling, therapy and coaching services to good people who need a helping hand during trying times in their lives. My background includes psychiatric, self-esteem, intellectual disability, veteran, abuse, family, career, dual diagnosis and other related issues. I have been a licensed professional for over ten years and I have worked with every age group.
I offer individual, family and group counseling in methods most helpful to you. I concentrate on Strength-Based, Gestalt, Family Systems, Solution-Focused Brief, Eclectic, and Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Culturally Sensitive Therapy, & Reality Therapy among other approaches.
I believe life is an adventure, an amusement park filled with roller coasters. Sometimes, life tries to get the best of us. I believe in helping good people break through life’s challenging adventures, now.
I believe in meeting people where they feel the most motivated to take action, whether that is online or via telephone. I want to help you overcome life’s challenges.
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I believe YOU CAN rise above life’s challenges or drown in despair.
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Let me help you rise above your current life challenge and own your life.
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Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, 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, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Phobias, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexuality, 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 Valynda Jerome-Williams. 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 love working with Val. She has answers for just about anything I ask her and her techniques are understandable and useful. I'd definitely recommend. She's so helpful and so nice.
Written on Aug 28, 2023 after therapy with Valynda for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Valynda Jerome-Williams has been my therapist for almost a year now. Val is professional therapist who is thoughtful and caring. She has help me understand my life story that continues to unfold. I'm so happy I have her to guide me. I couldn't do this alone.
Written on Aug 21, 2023 after therapy with Valynda for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coaching
My therapist listens and offers suggestions on ways to manage stress and triggers. She is patient and waits until I finish expressing my self, always ask the right questions, and very understanding.
Written on May 11, 2023 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and career difficulties
Valynda is the best therapist for someone like me with a lot of layers. She listens, understands, and patiently guides me. I highly recommend Val!
Written on Apr 03, 2023 after therapy with Valynda for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Val is great! She is warm, friendly, and inciteful and she helped me tremendously.
Written on Jan 20, 2023 after therapy with Valynda for 8 months on issues concerning depression, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Awesome
Written on Jan 17, 2023 after therapy with Valynda for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She helps me throughout my week and year.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 years and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
She is very professional and listens well. She has been so easy to talk to and is very down to earth! I was nervous and didn't know what to expect initially but now I actually look forward to our sessions! Book her; You won't be disappointed!
Written on Nov 09, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I will recommend
Written on Oct 22, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues
She is amazing really understands me
Written on Sep 28, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and anger management
Valynda pays close attention to my conversation to assess the root of the issue. Then, the work starts to uproot what has been triggering you for years!
Book her today!
Written on Sep 24, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 6 months
Valynda pays close attention to detail and helps you with your inside thoughts and she has been an absolute pleasure to work with.
Written on Sep 14, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She’s outstanding and has helped me tremendously with every emotion, thought or feeling I’ve had. She listens and offers tools, positive coping mechanisms, and homework to make sure you’re getting the most out of therapy and becoming your best self.
Written on Sep 04, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues
I’ve only had 1 session but I was very pleased.
Written on Aug 04, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She has proven to be very helpful so far
Written on Jul 10, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mrs. Valynda Jerome-Williams has been very helpful and informative in different ways of trying to help me with my situation and I am very grateful to have as my therapist in guiding me in the right direction that I need to be heading towards
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Val is amazing. The messages and worksheets she sends are targeted for me and what we talk about in the moment. I feel heard and seen in our sessions and feel like I am making progress in the little time we have spoken. She is a wonderful therapist and I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Jun 10, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and self esteem
Mrs. Williams is an excellent therapist. She is very attentive and understanding. I feel refreshed after the sessions. Thank you so much Mrs. Williams
Written on May 29, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
I like her. She's understanding and makes me think about the problems in my life, in different ways.
Written on May 23, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Ms. Val is incredibly understanding and a fantastic listener. She provides me with different perspectives and new methods on combating issues. Overall a fantastic therapist
Written on May 16, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Val is great. She's an awesome listener and has a way of unscrambling the chaos that I give her. She makes my pieces make sense.
Written on May 14, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue
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Written on Apr 22, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Absolutely wonderful at what she does. She is a great listener and has helped me immensely and I look forward to digging deeper once I am able to continue my sessions.
Written on Apr 02, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Val does a really awesome job at listening to you and articulates exactly what you have been/maybe experiencing. That is pretty commendable because most people don't understand the value of helping someone to pinpoint exactly what they are experiencing and give sound wisdom to help them through what they're dealing with. Very grateful for her.
Written on Mar 24, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
I am truly grateful to Ms. Val. She is like a breath of fresh air. I appreciate this platform and how it is so affordable for me.
Written on Mar 22, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Attentive, responsive and supportive, Val is exactly what I needed. Her calming peaceful and thoughtful demeanor is very welcoming and enabled me to open up quickly and develop a path forward with interesting challenges and homework to help guide me along the journey to being my best self.
Written on Mar 18, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Valynda is an excellent therapist. Very attentive and supportive
Written on Mar 09, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and career difficulties
Balynda is very knowledgeable, comforting, and knows how to you work things out. She has helped lots. I recommend her. I thank her for help in my most dark in my life by losing my young daughter.
Many thanks,
God Bless!
Lisa Spainhoward
Written on Mar 07, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief
She listens to me "spew" out my concerns, which is a real help. I really don't know what direction to take some days, but I appreciate her encouragement and insights she sends through messages.
Written on Mar 06, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and anger management
Val is the absolute best. She has been a trusted confidante and has helped me work through so many of my issues with anxiety.
Written on Feb 23, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Valynda is a great listener, she offer quality advice based off your issues and concerns. I look forward to our therapy sessions weekly. I’m progressing and I’m excited to see the outcome.
Written on Jan 25, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Mrs. Valynda allows you to express yourself without any judgement. She listens attentively then talks you through whatever issue you are having. She helps empower you and helps you feel more confident in your decision making skills and thought process. She helps you to reclaim your power and realize that you are in control of your choices which ultimately helps you understand that you have the power to control your life and the way you view it. I’m just grateful for her assisting me in regaining control over my mind and my life.
Written on Jan 15, 2022 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Ms Val has been patient, kind, and very professional. She asks great questions and doesn't push a certain idea or opinion. Rather she has focused on helping me to walk through my own mind and work things out for myself. She's a wonderful listener who never interrupts. I always feel at ease talking to her.
Written on Nov 21, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
I am blown away by this therapy. I feel understood and validated. I’m being met where I am and getting homework that makes me think and work through past traumas.
Written on Oct 28, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
She’s incredible!
Written on Oct 27, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Val has been extremely helpful. I completely trust her expertise and would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Aug 05, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks
Val is honestly the best counselor I’ve ever had. She’s professional and knowledgeable. She listens well, asks thought provoking questions, has great insight and has given me tools that are helping me become a healthier and more balanced person.
Written on Jul 19, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
My counselor is amazing. She is an amazing professional and good person. I am so happy to have her.
Written on Jun 30, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 1 year on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and adhd
Val has been nothing but kind, patient, and caring with me. I have only had two sessions but I already feel a lot of progress. She supports me and is confident in my journey to get better. I am so glad I was matched with her.
Written on Jun 27, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Val is a caring, genuinely sincere person. She's been a great listener to me and has been instrumental in helping me in my improve myself, which is now having the effect of improving my relationships. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a counselor to talk to about sensitive issues. I trust her expertise and candid guidance. I don't know where I would be without her.
Written on Apr 26, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 3 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and coping with life changes
She really seeks to understand what I need and meets me with opportunities to reach resolution
Written on Apr 08, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
She is helping me through some difficult times and I am grateful for tjat
Written on Mar 30, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 8 months
I’m grateful for the quality of professionalism and compassion and encouragement and understanding that Ms. Val shares in every session. It’s very comforting and securing, for me , as I endeavor through this process.
Written on Mar 29, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She has helped me through not only the concerns that I had and wanted to work through, but things that came up in my life that I had no idea we’re about to happen. Having someone who supports and understands me means so much! I wish I every single person could experience what it feels like to have someone who is dedicated to helping you get through whatever life throws at you! She is truly an answer to prayers and has helped me more than I thought possible when I downloaded this app. Also, don’t be afraid to change counselors. Read their bios and find someone who YOU click with. Ms. Valynda was not the first person I was matched with, but she is definitely who I needed.
Written on Mar 22, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I feel like she really cares and is an excellent listen and provides very helpful worksheets and feedback! Highly recommend.
Written on Mar 19, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Ms. Val is very nice and professional, she listens to me respectfully and has made me realize a lot that I never thought about! The exercises she sends me helps a lot also and her motivational messages are very thoughtful. For a first time experience, she has really helped me with my anger and finding the source of it! I am thankful for her. Definitely recommend her!
Written on Mar 13, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, and anger management
Ms. Williams is great! I can’t say enough good things about her.
Written on Mar 10, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Valynda is very kind and patient. She seems to understand what I'm going through and what I need to help me get through these issues.
Written on Mar 08, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
I enjoy my counselor pushing me to new comfort zones. Maybe not during the moment but i have recognized that growth doesn't occur in uncomfortable places
Written on Jan 27, 2021 after therapy with Valynda for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Whole I've only been doing therapy for a two weeks now, I already feel the weightlessness that comes from talking with someone who can organize and break down what's going on with me. I feel comfortable with Val and she's already brought light during my darkness.
She's gotten a gift to shine light on those who are looking for it. I'm thankful to have been matched with her.
Written on Oct 27, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
Val listens carefully and gives insightful feedback and guidance. She is warm and kind.
Written on Oct 21, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Val is very encouraging and understanding, which is exactly what I need in a counselor. She provides worksheets to work on through the week so that the skills I learn stick with me better. She checks in on me and makes sure I stay on top of my therapy goals. I feel very cared for with Val and I can’t recommend her enough!
Written on Oct 06, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem
Valynda is amazing! I feel so heard and understood! She gives the best advice, I know she’s always here to listen to me! I can’t recommend her enough!
Written on Sep 27, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
I always look forward to speaking with her. She makes me feel very comfortable speaking on the most uncomfortable subjects. She’s very professional honest and solution focused.
Written on Sep 20, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
It feels good to have someone really listen and not feel judged. I feel like I’m being conditioned to examine my thoughts more when I talk to Valynda. Her method of communicating is thought provoking.
Written on Sep 19, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 3 months
Val is great! She answered messages right away and she understands my main concerns, highly recommended!
Written on Sep 15, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Val has been just fantastic these last few weeks! She is a great listener and gives appropriate feedback. She supplements her therapy with assignments that help enhance the sessions and as a result she has given me valuable tools that I can use whenever I need them. I immediately felt comfortable with her, and the options BetterHelp gives (chat, phone, and video) allowed me to pick what therapy worked best for me. (I chose chat!) We hit it off like we were old friends, and I never felt like I was being judged or analyzed. I really appreciate everything she has done for me, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone who is seeking an excellent counselor!
Written on Sep 03, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month
I’m getting better every day
Written on Aug 08, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks
She is caring and empathic.
Written on Aug 04, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fati
Val has been a tremendous help in the short time I’ve been working with her. She understood me from the get go and has been extremely kind and compassionate. I truly feel like she cares about me and my well being and I’m glad to be working with her.
Written on Jul 30, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Valynda is great! She is so attentive in our sessions and offers great advice!
Written on Jul 29, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 3 weeks
Val is an amazing therapist she helps me on so many levels and has helped me to overcome obstacles and grow as a person
Written on Jul 19, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Val is wonderful. She really honed in and identified the areas in which I need the most help. She is very supportive. She sends me exercises to complete that I have found helpful. I appreciate her words of encouragement throughout the week. She always responds to my journal entries and it is nice knowing that someone is rooting for me. I look forward to working through my grief and anxiety issues. For the first time in as long as I remember I feel like I may actually be able to get a hold on my anxiety. I am thankful that I found Val through Better Help.
Written on Jul 17, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes
I have just started working with Valynda, and I am already able to see a difference in my initial issues. She is compassionate, and does an outstanding job helping me work through things. I had a literal revelation about my processing/negative thinking, and how it has been affecting my life. Very glad to be working with her, and am thankful for what she is teaching me.
Written on Jul 15, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I immediately felt at ease speaking with Val. She is kind, welcoming, and thoughtful. Her insights have been helpful and honest and, although I have only been working with Val for a month, I can see small changes beginning to happen as a result and I'm so excited to continue on this path!
Written on Jul 13, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coaching
Valynda is direct and to the point while being compassionate and understanding. She simplified the issues and helps And encourages you set goals to move forward. Really enjoying learning from her.
Written on Jul 12, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, and coping with life changes
Val is so great to work with! She’s great at meeting me where I am on my therapy journey, listening intently, and helping me make connections in my personal life.
Written on Jul 11, 2020 after therapy with Valynda for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
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