Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in El Mirage, AZ

Valori grew up as an Air Force Brat and was fortunate enough to live in Europe for ten years. At an early age she was able to learn how to identify with people from different parts of the world in order to adapt and make friends. She was also a scholar athlete and was able to fulfill the demands and endure the pressure of performance. She began her career as a child development specialist working with children with developmental delays and caregivers with mental health diagnoses. After almost 15 years in the field she has worked with all ages and all levels of functioning.

My clients seek support for issues like Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, and Substance Use. They desire relief from distress, healthier coping mechanisms, and improved relationships. I provide a safe, judgment-free space and practical tools to navigate their struggles. Together, we work towards healing, growth, and a greater sense of wellbeing.

Updated 8/7/24. Currently accepting adult clients for online therapy sessions or women's group. Call or text me to schedule a 15-minute consultation. I have 8 years of experience, am EMDR trained, and have owned and ran my own private practice for over one year. My goals are to listen, understand, support, teach, and help equip skills that allow you to reach your goals. I'd love to join you on your journey, and offer support, insight, and tools along the way. I help clients manage trauma, anxiety, and depressive symptoms, increase self-esteem, create healthy boundaries, heal attachment issues, and more.

My ideal client is someone struggling with relationship issues, whether it’s a teenager, middle school person, or adult. Some examples are parents are going through a divorce, a teenager needing help with school or family interpersonal issues, family or friend relationship problems, and general anxiety or depression.

Welcome! I'm here to help as you take this important first step. As a dedicated clinician with over 20 years of experience, I work with individuals of all ages and possess specialized expertise in working with children, teens, and young adults. I create a safe and healing environment for all my clients through an approach rooted in acceptance to ensure that each client feels understood and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. I believe people of all ages and identities are capable of personal transformation and view my role as a partner on your journey to wholeness and health.

“I am passionate about providing support to children, adolescents, adults, and their families during difficult times and assisting them find solutions to achieve their behavioral health goals.”

She believes everyone wants to be seen and understood. Her entire life is built upon this truth. Many messages we carry with us are rooted in shame and distorted thinking and we don't know any other way than this. Her approach is targeted at getting to the root of these shame messages, and with new tools and understanding, there lies an opportunity at healing. It works when we do the work, and she will walk with you as you start a new chapter of healing in your life.

I specialize in treating clients who are struggling with multiple addictions, mood regulation, trauma, behavioral, and relational issues. Many of my clients report struggling with trying to fill a void, feeling lost, or stuck. This may show up as some sort of unhealthy coping mechanism such as an addiction, unhealthy relationships, or a behavioral issue. Only temporary relief may be found until the true underlying issues are addressed. Together we can uncover what is underneath your struggles and address what we find. Facing underlying trauma while concurrently looking at the presenting issues is what I do

Are you or your family dealing with the challenges of conflict, anxiety, depression, divorce, or another life struggle? Is your child or teen struggling to manage emotions or having behavioral issues? These issues can impact your family's ability to have strong meaningful connections and be overwhelming to deal with. This can be a confusing time for everyone in the family and you or your child or teen may be feeling exhausted and have little hope that it can change.

If life has gotten in the way of you feeling grounded and living within your values, it’s my role as a guide to help you recognize and work through the obstacles that are separating you from the life you want to live. I’ve helped people struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, communication or relationship issues, and other life stressors.

Do you easily get over stimulated? Do people say you are too sensitive? Do you think and feel deeply? Are you aware of things around you that others are not? Does it take you longer to make a decision and then you worry if you have made the right decision? These things can be both good things and a problem at times. At times they can lead to depression or anxiety and other times they can be your greatest assets. Maybe you don't feel that these things could ever be your greatest asset so you need some help to realize that goal.

At North Pointe Services, we believe no individual or family should go through difficult situations alone. We are here to offer you support in times of crisis, to understand and advocate for your needs, help you recognize your strengths, and provide real solutions to real issues. We provide encouragement and skill building to parents of children and teens that are struggling with emotional/behavioral difficulties. We also support adult individuals who are on their journey towards living their best lives.

Fun Fact! Did you know that if you look in the mirror and say the phrase “I’m struggling with my mental health” three times, a person in a Live, Laugh, Love sweatshirt appears behind you and asks if you have tried taking a walk? Unfortunately, this is how many people respond to mental health struggles. Themes such as grief, anxiety, and depression can affect our lives in a way that require a professional level of compassion, understanding, and empowerment. It is my mission to provide every person with the ability to navigate life’s challenges with efficacy and confidence.

Here at The Psychology Lab we have a team of amazing therapists to help your needs. We provide individual, couples, family, children, or group sessions. In these sessions we can work on a variety of topics such as infidelity, communication issues, trauma, post traumatic distress, depression, anxiety, childhood issues, addiction issues, chronic pain, couple’s work, and even feelings of disconnectedness. Sometimes you may not even have words yet on what you feel like you need, that’s okay! We have a variety of ways to help promote a space for healing and connection.

Are you feeling frustrated in close relationships and wondering if it's possible to achieve harmony? Are you hoping to make changes within yourself to create a better life? These positive changes are possible but sometimes the pathway to get there is unclear. I help individuals, couples and families to identify dysfunctional patterns then provide tools to establish new patterns that help create healthier relationships and deepen intimacy. For couples therapy, I utilize an advanced couples therapy approach called EFT (Emotion Focused Therapy) which significantly helps the couple to increase and/or establish a securely attached relationship bond.