
Valerie Malivuk
Counselor, LMHC (she, her)
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 $120
- Couple Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 252-8146

Valerie Malivuk
Counselor,
LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 011363
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Bisexual
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Chronic Illness
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Transgender
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Adults
,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied
,
Body Positivity
,
Gay Allied
,
Intersex Allied
,
Lesbian Allied
,
Non-Binary Allied
,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
,
Queer Allied
,
Racial Justice Allied
,
Sex Worker Allied
,
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
,
Single Mother
,
Transgender Allied
,
Veterans
Age
Adults
,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied
,
Body Positivity
,
Gay Allied
,
Intersex Allied
,
Lesbian Allied
,
Non-Binary Allied
,
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
,
Queer Allied
,
Racial Justice Allied
,
Sex Worker Allied
,
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
,
Single Mother
,
Transgender Allied
,
Veterans
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Existential
- Interpersonal
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 252-8146

Valerie Malivuk
Counselor,
LMHC
Last Modified: 8 Dec 2023