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As a woman of color who has worked in several different industries, I understand the unique issues that one faces when trying to f...
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As a woman of color who has worked in several different industries, I understand the unique issues that one faces when trying to find one's self through life transitions.
Valerie McKinney is a Licensed Professional Counselor – Mental Health Care Provider. She enjoys working with adults (18 and over) who are interested in addressing issues that are holding them back or hindering them from reaching their potential in any or all areas of their lives. She has experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, grief issues, forgiveness issues, and other life stressors.
Valerie is a graduate of the University of Memphis and has over 16 years of experience. She uses an eclectic approach in the therapeutic process with an emphasis on developing therapeutic rapport while using reality therapy, cognitive therapy, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Valerie encourages, supports, and asks thought-provoking questions as the client identifies and explores life-changing issues.
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Psychologists are mental health professionals that provide psychotherapy services and diagnoses for their clients. They have more research-focused training than most therapists, as they are more medically educated and receive a more general education about therapeutic approaches and theory.
Thriveworks psychologists in Memphis, TN provide standard psychotherapy services, tailoring treatment to each client and their unique concerns. However, they can also provide diagnoses to clients when appropriate, something that therapists and counselors cannot do. Finally, in some states in the U.S., they are allowed to prescribe medication.
Psychological treatment at Thriveworks Memphis is very individualized and specific to each client, which means that the duration of treatment is often varied depending on a client’s condition or disorder, the state of their symptoms, and their specific goals.
At Thriveworks Counseling in Memphis, we have psychologists who are highly qualified to diagnose and treat a wide range of mental health issues that you may face. Consider working with a Thriveworks psychologist today at (901) 499-3155.
Luckily, psychologists are trained in a variety of different mental health fields and can help their clients with:
As we briefly touched on before, psychologists can help their clients identify symptoms, offer a diagnosis, and develop a treatment plan based on their needs. Here are a few more reasons why working with a psychologist could prove to be beneficial to you:
To get started, give us a call at (901) 499-3155 and one of our scheduling specialists will get you set up with a trusted provider. We offer our clients a range of great benefits including flexible scheduling options, no waitlist, excellent customer service, online counseling, and more.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Therapy Memphis is located near the intersection of Madison Avenue and North Auburndale Street, off Interstate 69. It is a short distance from Overton Park and right by the Memphis Zoo. The office is in a multi-story brick and stone professional building. Enter through the main lobby to access Suite 410 on the fourth floor.
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