- Focus on strengths
- Goal oriented
- Respectful listening
About Valerie
Valerie Pinkney-Duke is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Ohio who helps people facing stress, addiction, anxiety, and parenting concerns. She writes plainly and listens closely so parents and individuals can talk through what feels overwhelming. She aims to create a respectful, caring space where people can name what’s difficult and draw on their own strengths.
She has more than 21 years of professional experience working in individual and group settings. That work has included support for addiction, relationship strain, anger, trauma, grief, sleep problems, and self-esteem struggles. Valerie also focuses on drug and alcohol addiction as an area of additional attention.
In sessions she emphasizes practical steps and clear goals. She treats faith and personal values as part of the conversation when clients want that included. Her style is collaborative - she helps people build on what already works and tries out new approaches that fit daily life.
People who come for help can expect straightforward talk, problem-solving strategies, and space to process emotions. She stresses respect, compassion, and sensitivity in every meeting. Valerie encourages the small, steady changes that add up over time.
To begin, she asks clients to reflect on priorities and goals so sessions stay focused and useful. This approach is meant to support coping, reduce distress, and strengthen skills that make day-to-day life easier.
How Valerie uses CBT and Solution-Focused work online
Valerie uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice patterns of thought and behavior that keep them stuck. CBT sessions typically involve identifying unhelpful thoughts, testing them, and trying new behaviors to reduce anxiety, depression, or addictive urges.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set small, concrete goals and build on what is already working. This approach looks for practical steps a person can try between sessions to create quick, useful change when dealing with parenting stress, relationship strain, or recovery challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Valerie will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She checks in about what is helping and adjusts the plan so sessions stay focused and useful.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. It can also allow for phone-based contacts when video is not convenient, and support steady progress through regular appointments that match daily life.
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Experience
21+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can be addressed in sessions?
Valerie helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, grief, sleep problems, parenting questions, self-esteem, career issues, depression, and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe the therapy style?
The approach is collaborative and practical, using clear goals and step-by-step strategies. Sessions include listening, problem solving, and building on each person's existing strengths.
What is Valerie's professional background?
She brings over 21 years of professional experience and has worked with people in both individual and group settings across a range of concerns.
What credentials and region are listed?
She holds the LPCC credential and is licensed in Ohio.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.