Valerie Novak, LMFT

California LMFT for stress and relationships

Stress and anxiety
Relationship support
Parenting guidance

About Valerie Novak

Valerie Novak is a California-licensed LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with 10 years of professional experience. She helps clients navigate stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting concerns, and depression.

Valerie approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, holding the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and already possesses resources that can help address what feels challenging. She emphasizes collaboration and respects the experience that clients bring to the therapeutic process.

Valerie recognizes that taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage and she affirms and supports those who choose to begin this work.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Parenting issues Depression

Also Specializes In

Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposePost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Valerie Novak have?

Valerie Novak has 10 years of professional experience.

Is Valerie Novak a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LMFT credential, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and is licensed in California with license number CA LMFT 107302.

In which languages does Valerie Novak provide therapy?

Valerie Novak provides therapy in English.

Where is Valerie Novak located?

Valerie Novak is located in California.

How can I work with Valerie Novak as my therapist?

Clients can work with Valerie Novak through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Valerie Novak work with international clients?

Valerie Novak does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Valerie Novak 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 Valerie Novak is quick and straightforward. Clients should click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match them with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Whether Online Therapy Is a Good Fit

Many people wonder if online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy can be an effective option and may offer results comparable to traditional in-person sessions.

One major advantage is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that best fits their needs and schedule, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to incorporate therapy into daily life.

Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients may switch therapists at any time if they would prefer a different fit.

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