Carmen Valentin (she/her)

I provide parenting support and training for all types of families, including blended, intact, single, and co-parent families. I work with parents to understand underlying factors contributing to parenting difficulties, whether it is a one-time event or a recurring situation. During these sessions, parents explore their experiences that may affect how they relate to their children and how they see their roles as parents.

Treatment for anxiety is a collaborative process. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to help them understand the root causes of their anxiety, identify triggers, and develop coping mechanisms. Clients improve coping skills through techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, relaxation techniques, and mindfulness practices to empower clients to manage their anxiety effectively in daily life.

I have experience treating children and teens with ADHD in school settings along with outpatient settings. I create a safe environment for clients to learn about their diagnosis and its impact on their everyday lives. This reflection process is equal parts acknowledging struggles and leaning into their strengths. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms with school-age children through play therapy, parent training, and collaboration with schools and other providers.

I use Attachment-Based Family Therapy (ABFT) to treat depressed adolescents with attachment ruptures. My approach is to create a safe & non-judgmental environment where the adolescent & their caregiver(s) can repair trust & re-establish the caregiver(s) as a source of support. Utilizing the model's five distinct tasks, I work with the adolescent client and their caregiver(s) individually and as a family to shift the focus from the client's behavior to the family relationships.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children, teens, and adults to help with a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, difficulty with emotion regulation, and interpersonal relationships. My approach is to create a safe and non-judgmental environment in which to assist clients in creating a picture of their current problem, how it has impacted them and those around them, and explain how CBT might work for them.

I use Play Therapy with children to help process experiences, understand and manage emotions, build self-esteem, improve social skills, and target developmental issues. My approach is to join the child in play while observing and following their lead. I have found play therapy to be effective for clients who have experienced trauma, as it allows them to express themselves. It is also beneficial for children struggling with ADHD, providing support and practice in developing coping skills.