Valerie Hoover Ph.D.

Valerie Hoover, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist, Motivational Interviewing trainer, and adjunct clinical instructor at Stanford University, School of Medicine. Dr. Hoover works with healthcare organizations in the U.S. and internationally to train healthcare professionals in evidence-based Motivational Interviewing techniques for increasing patient motivation for health behavior change and self-management of chronic conditions. Dr. Hoover also provides therapy to adult patients in her private practice in California, where she helps individuals overcome anxiety, trauma, and maladaptive beliefs and behavioral patterns so they can progress toward living a more engaged, meaningful life.