Valerie Wise, LCSW

Solution-focused LCSW honoring spiritual values

Solution-focused therapy
Spiritual values honored
30 years experience

About Valerie Wise

Valerie Wise is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 30 years of professional experience, licensed to practice in both Illinois and Indiana. As a solution-focused coach and therapist, she works from the premise that each person is the expert of their own story and collaborates with people to identify practical, achievable steps toward their goals.

Her practice blends decades of clinical and coaching experience with an openness to the spiritual values that matter to each individual. Valerie honors those values as an important part of the therapeutic process and often helps people draw on them to reach their desired outcomes.

Beginning therapy can take courage, and Valerie acknowledges that first step with respect and encouragement. She provides a supportive, goal-oriented approach aimed at helping people find the solutions they want and move forward with greater clarity and purpose.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes Coaching

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressWomen's issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Valerie Wise have?

Valerie Wise has 30 years of professional experience.

Is Valerie Wise a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: IN LCSW 34006621A.

In which languages does Valerie Wise provide therapy?

Valerie Wise provides therapy in English.

Where is Valerie Wise located?

Valerie Wise is located in Indiana.

How can I work with Valerie Wise as my therapist?

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

Does Valerie Wise work with international clients?

Valerie Wise does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Valerie Wise cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Online Therapy Fit Your Life?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist online can really help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major advantage is flexibility - individuals can connect in the way that works best for them, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and maintain consistency over time.

Licensed professionals provide care through these channels, and people who try online therapy can change therapists at any time if they are seeking a different fit. For many, the combination of accessibility and experienced therapeutic support makes online therapy a practical option for addressing everyday concerns and life transitions.

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