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Akron, OH 44307
I genuinely care about people and believe deeply in their ability to grow, heal and become their best selves. As a licensed mental health therapist, I strive to create a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel comfortable being themselves and exploring what brings them to therapy. In my practice, I work collaboratively with my clients navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and life transitions. My approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
Life can be challenging. With the support of others we can overcome obstacles and reach our individual and collective destinations.
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Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Akron, OH 44307

(330) 574-7554
Website
I offer teletherapy.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (330) 574-7554
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Akron, OH 44307

(330) 574-7554
Website
I offer teletherapy.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Relationship Issues 
$120 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $120
  • Couple Sessions $150

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Oscar Health
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (330) 574-7554
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (330) 574-7554

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Valarie McKnight

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Ohio / E.0700478-SUPV Valarie McKnight
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Attended Cleveland State University, Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Chemical Dependency Board 151233 / 2009
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (330) 574-7554
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (330) 574-7554

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (330) 574-7554
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (330) 574-7554

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (330) 574-7554
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (330) 574-7554

Location

Primary Location

Akron, OH 44307

(330) 574-7554
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I offer teletherapy.
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (330) 574-7554
"
I offer teletherapy.
Photo of Valarie McKnight - OBED Counseling Services, LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
OBED Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LICDC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (330) 574-7554