Valerie Parham-Ward

LCSW-R
Accepting Clients

HI, My name is Valerie Parham-Ward, LCSW-R. I have decades of experience teaching and providing behavioral health treatment.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

Life can be very challenging. Many individuals experience problems that cause them to become depressed, stressed, anxiety-ridden, isolated, unhappy, and unable to problem-solve issues they once could independently. They are "tired of being tired" of trying to fix problems alone and need a safe place to share their problems and find solutions. Some are also grieving the loss of loved ones, jobs, income, and family relationships and are searching for hope and a new purpose in life.

My Background and Approach

I offer Online Therapy Only. I have a Masters's and Bachelors's Degrees in Social Work. I am Licensed by the state of New York as a Licensed Social Worker (LCSW-R) with a specialty in Psychotherapy. I have successfully utilized Evidenced-Based Behavioral Health Treatment Modalities : Ex:(CBT, Problem-Solving Treatment, Behavioral Activation, and Motivational Interviewing, etc. to enable clients to resolve their problems. I offer various ways to help a person feel better about their lives. It is a collaborative team approach with the client being in the driver's seat and having the opportunity to share what works for them or not. After all, people are the experts of their own lives, and I, as a therapist, am present to help them identify their strengths so they can enjoy life.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

There are so many people who have experienced childhood and adult traumatic events in their lives. These events negatively impact on their everyday lives, relationships and ability to enjoy life. They never had an opportunity to tell their story to a non-judgmental person. Seeking therapy is often difficult because they feel shame, fear, or have misconceptions about therapy. I have hope in people no matter what their backgrounds and experiences. Trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, loss are real and I can help people uncover and resolve barriers that impact on the quality of their lives.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing
Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Intervention
  • Motivational Interviewing

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Depression Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • Aging Concerns
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Chronic Pain or Illness
  • Depression
  • Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 39 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $100 - 150/session

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