Profile / United States
Valeri Bennett, LCSW
North Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
See online therapy options- CBT methods
- ACT and mindfulness
- EMDR available
About Valeri
Valeri Bennett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in North Carolina with 16 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses related areas such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, attachment issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family issues, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems, and substance use concerns.
She frames therapy as a practical collaboration. She listens to the facts of the situation and helps clients notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. Sessions include clear steps to try different responses and track what works. Valeri uses straightforward methods aimed at changing patterns that keep problems going.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and test automatic thoughts and behaviors. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered techniques to clarify values and increase motivation. Other tools she may use include mindfulness practices and EMDR when appropriate.
Valeri encourages people to bring concrete examples from day-to-day life. She helps set small, achievable goals and checks progress each session. Conversations are practical and focused on skills people can use between meetings.
Her background includes many years working with adults facing life transitions and relationship strains. She helps people sort priorities, improve communication, and manage symptoms so they can handle daily demands more effectively.
How Valeri uses practical approaches in online sessions
Valeri draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify automatic thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, actions, and feelings so clients can try small changes and see what shifts.She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to clarify values and set goals that match what matters most. ACT focuses on taking workable steps even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings are present. Client-Centered Therapy provides a listening framework that centers the client's perspective and priorities during planning.
Choosing an approach is part of the work. Valeri will talk through your goals and preferences and suggest methods to try. That choice is collaborative and can be adjusted based on what helps you make steady progress.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are set by her practice. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Discuss practical needs with her when scheduling so sessions match your daily routine.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and substance use concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and structured. She helps clients notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and track what helps.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with adults on a range of life and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and practices there.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions structured and how much do they cost?
Session cost varies with location and is delivered via a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific session formats and pricing before booking.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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