Valerie Wood (she/her)

LMSW, CST-S
Accepting Clients

I utilize a strengths-based, collaborative approach in my work with individuals and couples. I look forward to hearing from you!

Licensed Master of Social Work in Ann Arbor, MI

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

My clinical work is rooted in helping clients finding meaningful and authentic connection to themselves and others. I work with adult individuals and couples from a practical, here-and-now perspective while attending to the impact of relational, cultural, and early childhood experiences. I am a queer and kink affirming therapist and work with individuals who practice non-monogamy.

My Background and Approach

My therapeutic approach is trauma-informed and draws on psychodynamic, sensorimotor, and mindfulness based modalities. Areas of clinical focus include trauma, sex therapy, depression, grief & loss, infertility, navigating peri-menopause and menopause, and body acceptance. I am an AASECT certified Sex Therapist and Sex Therapy Supervisor who works with clients on intimacy and relationship concerns. Sex therapy may include: navigating desire and arousal, exploring identity and expression, incorporating a responsive, pleasure-based approach to intimacy, resolving sexual discomfort and pain, overcoming messages of sexual shame, and reclaiming intimacy and pleasure after trauma. I am Level 1 Basic Trained in Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR.

At A Glance

  • Experience: 29 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $150 - 175/session

Info

734-489-9148 Email Valerie
2225 Packard, Suite 1
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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