Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Valerie Farrell, LCSW
New York
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 096333
- NPI
- 1528525128
- Experience
- 28 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Valerie supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Attachment work
- CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
About Valerie
Valerie Farrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 28 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and coaching needs. Valerie uses a mix of approaches to help clients find clearer direction and practical coping skills.
She focuses on how past relationships and developmental experiences affect current behavior. That includes attachment issues, abandonment, and intergenerational patterns. Valerie also addresses chronic illness and caregiver stress in straightforward terms, and she supports people dealing with body image, eating concerns, and co-occurring substance use issues.
In sessions she combines client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral tools and mindfulness practices. Motivational interviewing is part of how she approaches change work with people who are struggling with addiction or habit patterns. The work aims to build specific skills and more predictable routines rather than abstract talk.
Valerie describes trauma work that recognizes dissociation and complex developmental harm. She also helps with grief, death and dying, and the emotional ripple effects of major illness such as cancer. Practical planning and step-by-step problem solving are common parts of her approach.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice in New York and a focus on helping people set a course of action. She asks clients to identify clear goals and then uses measurable techniques to help reach them. The emphasis is on plain language, steady pacing, and making therapy fit into everyday life.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions can work
Valerie often works from attachment-based ideas that look at how early relationships shape current patterns. This approach helps when trust, connection, or repeating relationship difficulties are central concerns. Client-centered therapy is another strand of her work and focuses on listening and clarifying what matters most to the person. That method supports people who need a calm place to sort priorities and decisions. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and to practice different behaviors. CBT is practical for anxiety, stress, and managing substance-related urges.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Valerie collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and daily life. She checks in about what feels helpful and adjusts plans as needed so sessions stay relevant and focused on concrete steps.
The exact session formats available should be confirmed before booking. If you plan to use online sessions, consider how they will fit into your schedule and day-to-day routine - for example, they can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, fit therapy into a lunch break, or avoid travel time. Ask about the current session options when you complete the matching questionnaire so you know what will work best for you.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
28+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and coaching. Additional areas include chronic illness, caregiver stress, body image, and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness. Motivational interviewing and attachment-informed work are used for change and relationship issues.
How much experience does she have?
She has 28 years of clinical experience working with individuals on trauma, addiction, grief, and complex health-related stress.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers