Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Life is challenging for all of us at times. I’m glad you’re here, taking the steps necessary to care for yourself. BetterHelp is exciting for me because I believe that each individual’s needs are unique and having a variety of ways to receive support is most beneficial. This platform allows for the flexibility that I value.
I am Valerie Rutherford, a Licensed Independent Social Worker with supervisory endorsement (LISW-S) in Ohio. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, and children as well as couples and families. The focus of my career has been mental health; my areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship management, and coping with life’s difficulties.
You will find that I provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental space where you can process the emotions and difficulties you are facing. Using a collaborative, client-centered approach, we will work together to improve your situation. I offer a variety of interventions tailored to meet your specific needs. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Trauma Informed Care. I offer a flexible schedule and am open to whatever form of communication is most comfortable for you.
You have begun the journey of seeking help, now I hope you will reach out to see what we can accomplish together!
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Valerie Rutherford is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with supervisory endorsement in Ohio. With 18 years of clinical experience, she has supported adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families through a wide range of mental health concerns.
She views online therapy as an important option because each person’s needs are different and flexible ways of receiving support can be especially helpful. Her practice has centered on mental health, with particular emphasis on depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship concerns, and coping with life’s difficulties.
Clients can expect a warm, non-judgmental environment where emotions and challenges can be explored safely. Using a collaborative, client-centered approach, Valerie tailors interventions to the individual and draws on training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Informed Care.
She offers a flexible schedule and is open to whichever form of communication feels most comfortable for the person seeking help. Valerie encourages those who have already taken the step of seeking support to reach out and explore what they might accomplish together.
Many people wonder whether working with a therapist online can make a real difference. For a range of common concerns – including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes – online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
A primary benefit is flexibility. People can choose the way they connect that feels most comfortable and practical: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to fit therapy into busy lives.
Licensed professionals provide online therapy, and clients have the option to switch therapists at any time if they want a different fit. For many, the combination of comparable effectiveness and flexible access makes online therapy a useful option to consider.
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