Valarie McDowell-Gunn(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

Georgia

Anxiety - Couples counseling- Depression- Eating disorders & disordered eating-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)- Relationship issues-

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$150

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Professional statement

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in the state of Georgia, with 20 years of experience. I received a Bachelors of Social Work from Jacksonville State University. I decided to further my education and obtained a Masters of Social Work from Florida State University. I completed my education with a Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University in Phoenix, Arizona.

My career has been focused on working with clients from multiple backgrounds, with some of the following issues/concerns: dual diagnosis, adjustment problems, PTSD, depression, anxiety, family cohesion problems, as well as, relationship problems. I use the following approaches; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Body-Mind Psychotherapy.

Message to clients

In our first session, we'll get to know each other and determine a needs. Depending on my client's needs, I often use a combination of different therapies so as to tailor to my client's specific needs.

Licensure

Georgia: CSW008139

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Eating disorders & disordered eating - Reducing unhealthy eating patterns, beliefs, and behaviors, such as restricting, purging, and binging; healing the emotional pain surrounding disordered eating

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Treatment approaches

Clientele

Adults (24+)
Couples
Families
Parents

Seniors (65+)
Teenagers (13-18)
Young adults (18-24)
Loveland Therapy Fund Clients

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford Health Plans
United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions:$150 (60min)

Valarie McDowell-Gunn