Valerie Malivuk
Counselor, LMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Schenectady, NY 12305
Let's Connect (518) 252-8146
Hey, welcome. I know the process of trying to find the right therapist can feel overwhelming. When I’ve looked for therapists for myself or as referrals for others, what I generally want to know is who the therapist is, what kind of person they are. Will they get me? Will they judge me? Are they going to actually call me on my stuff, but, in a nice way? These questions make sense. Therapy is vulnerable, it can be raw and real in ways we generally aren’t, even in very close relationships. Change is often hard and sometimes really scary but if you’re ready, I will meet you there.
One of the things I most love about therapy is the healing that can happen when we allow ourselves to be vulnerable and open, to speak truly and freely. I believe there is incredible power in telling our story. It allows us to understand it, integrate it, and decide how much power to give it.
This quote by Audre Lorde sums it up, “only one thing is more frightening than speaking your truth. And that is not speaking.” If you think we might be a good fit, give me a call. I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation so we can meet and talk about what’s bringing you to therapy and any questions or concerns you may have.
Call or Email Valerie Malivuk now for a free 15 minute consultation - (518) 252-8146
Let's Connect (518) 252-8146
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Mastercard, Venmo, Visa Valerie Malivuk
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 252-8146
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 011363 Valerie Malivuk
- Licensed by State of New York / 011363
Additional Credentials
Valerie Malivuk
Counselor, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (518) 252-8146
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Chronic Illness
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Sexual Abuse
- Transgender
- Veterans
Valerie Malivuk
Counselor, LMHC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 252-8146
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Existential
- Interpersonal
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Valerie Malivuk
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (518) 252-8146