Valerie Farrell, LCSW
Experienced LCSW in New York
- Trauma and PTSD
- Addictions and recovery
- Grief and life transitions
About Valerie Farrell
Valerie Farrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 28 years of clinical experience. She supports individuals and families as they navigate life’s unexpected turns, helping them increase awareness, heal from developmental and intergenerational wounds, and find new directions. Her work emphasizes the ways complex trauma can shape relationships and life stages, and she tailors each treatment plan to the unique history and needs of the person or family she is working with.
Valerie draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to match the needs of each client, including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She integrates these methods to build emotional resilience, clarify goals, and support lasting change through both practical strategies and deeper relational work.
Her clinical focus includes stress and anxiety, addictions and substance use concerns, trauma and abuse, grief and bereavement, and coaching for life transitions. She also addresses related areas such as abandonment and attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, eating and body-image concerns, and challenges that arise with aging. Valerie often works with people facing family or relational discord and those coping with chronic health conditions, helping them develop coping tools and clearer paths forward.
Valerie emphasizes a collaborative, respectful approach that centers the client’s experience. She welcomes those who are ready to begin the work of change and is accepting new clients in New York. As an experienced LCSW she aims to create a steady therapeutic process that supports empowerment, practical problem solving, and long-term well-being.
Valerie draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to match the needs of each client, including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She integrates these methods to build emotional resilience, clarify goals, and support lasting change through both practical strategies and deeper relational work.
Her clinical focus includes stress and anxiety, addictions and substance use concerns, trauma and abuse, grief and bereavement, and coaching for life transitions. She also addresses related areas such as abandonment and attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, codependency, eating and body-image concerns, and challenges that arise with aging. Valerie often works with people facing family or relational discord and those coping with chronic health conditions, helping them develop coping tools and clearer paths forward.
Valerie emphasizes a collaborative, respectful approach that centers the client’s experience. She welcomes those who are ready to begin the work of change and is accepting new clients in New York. As an experienced LCSW she aims to create a steady therapeutic process that supports empowerment, practical problem solving, and long-term well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Valerie Farrell have?
She has 28 years of experience.
Is Valerie Farrell a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW. License details: NY LCSW 096333.
In which languages does Valerie Farrell provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Valerie Farrell located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Valerie Farrell as my therapist?
Clients can work with Valerie Farrell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Valerie Farrell work with international clients?
Valerie Farrell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Valerie Farrell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Valerie Farrell. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect with therapists in the format that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain consistency in care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals provide psychotherapy through these remote options, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they would like a different fit. Online therapy offers a range of ways to access skilled therapeutic support that can be adapted to individual needs and preferences.