Dr. Valerie Zeiger
Integrative therapist focusing on trauma, anxiety, and life change
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About
Dr. Valerie Zeiger is a licensed professional counselor in Alabama with 15 years of clinical work. Her practice centers on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship challenges, anger, self esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD. She also addresses related concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, and family of origin difficulties.
She uses an integrative approach that draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy, along with forward-facing therapy. Dr. Zeiger emphasizes collaboration, treating the client as the expert of their own story while helping to identify patterns that can limit a more meaningful life.
Her work includes teaching simple self-regulation techniques to interrupt the body's stress response and restore a calmer state. She frames therapy as a process of uncovering perceptions and behaviors that may be holding someone back, and she tailors interventions to the needs and goals presented in each session.
She uses an integrative approach that draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy, along with forward-facing therapy. Dr. Zeiger emphasizes collaboration, treating the client as the expert of their own story while helping to identify patterns that can limit a more meaningful life.
Her work includes teaching simple self-regulation techniques to interrupt the body's stress response and restore a calmer state. She frames therapy as a process of uncovering perceptions and behaviors that may be holding someone back, and she tailors interventions to the needs and goals presented in each session.
- Location:
- Alabama, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Depression, Compassion fatigue
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Relationship issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AL LPC LPC03877
- NPI Number: 1154852176
- License: LPC (Alabama)
Online therapy approach
Dr. Zeiger offers remote sessions by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to choose a communication method that fits their schedule and preference while working through the concerns listed in her specialties.She integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult feelings arise, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Attachment-Based Therapy is used when relationship patterns or family of origin issues are central, exploring how early connections influence current interactions.
Clients who prefer a collaborative process that combines practical skills, values-based work, and exploration of relational patterns may find a good fit. Dr. Zeiger also incorporates forward-facing therapy principles and teaches self-regulation strategies to help interrupt stress responses during and between sessions.
What is Dr. Zeiger's clinical experience?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with concerns such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship issues, anger, self esteem, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
What credentials and license does she hold?
Dr. Valerie Zeiger is a Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: AL LPC LPC03877.
Which languages does she speak?
She conducts therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Zeiger based?
She is licensed and based in Alabama.
How can clients work with her remotely?
Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients outside the United States?
No. This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the process.