Valerie L. Zar
Psychologist, PsyD
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / PSY24558 Valerie L. Zar
- In Practice for 17 years
- Attended Illinois School of Professional Psychology, Doctorate in Clinical Psychology , Graduated 2006
- Licensed by State of California / PSY24558
- Degree/Diploma from University of Illinois-Medical Center B.S. Occupational Therapy / 1982
- Degree/Diploma from Northwestern University B.A. Psychology / 1979
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Child
- Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
Expertise
- ADHD
- All sexualities and genders
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Divorce
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Women's Issues
5 Endorsements
Client Focus
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Participants
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Psychodynamic
Groups
Social Skills for Young Adults: Autistim Spectrum
Young adults with a diagnosis of ASD frequently possess the academic skills and innate intelligence to succeed in college. Unfortunately, deficits in social skills can make their experience in a new social setting miserable! If someone you know struggles with social skills, forming/maintaining relationships, job-seeking, self-advocacy, finding a comfortable fit in leisure activities and would like to develop independent living skills, this is the right group. Members may express their thoughts, feelings and experiences in a safe,nurturing environment, as well as give and provide constructive feedback from the leader and peers.
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Location
Office of Dr. Valerie L. Zar
169 Saxony Road
Suite 207
Encinitas, CA 92024
Social Skills Group for Early Adolescent Girls
This is an ongoing group for adolescent girls in grades 7-9 who struggle with understanding, acquiring and using appropriate social skills. The main goal is to improve social interaction skills through psycho-education, rehearsal, processing and other functional activities. Groups Is held in Encinitas, CA Dates: Tuesdays 4:30-5:45 Space: Limited to 6 individuals per group
Expertise
Age
Session Cost
Group Meets
Location
Office of Dr. Valerie L. Zar
169 Saxony Road
Suite 207
Encinitas, CA 92024
High School Process Group
This is a process group for high school students struggling with social and emotional issues. This group provides a structured and safe environment to discuss and explore feelings related to family/peer conflicts, self-esteem, pro-social decision-making and management of mental health issues including medication. A variety of structured activities are used to guide discussions and interactions among participants. Members may express their thoughts, feelings and experiences in a safe,nurturing environment, as well as give and provide constructive feedback from the leader and peers.
Expertise
Age
Session Cost
Group Meets
Location
Office of Dr. Valerie L. Zar
169 Saxony Place
Suite 207
Encinitas, CA 92024