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Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor

Valerie Richards

Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
611 SW Federal Hwy, Suite D, Stuart, FL 34994
(772) 242-9709
Let's Connect (772) 242-9709
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Vive Ut Vivas means to live life to the fullest. That statement is exactly what I want to help my clients to do. Through therapy, I want to provide my clients with the tools that they need to live their life to the fullest and to discover the potential they have within themselves. My goal is to work with individuals and couples to face their challenges and move beyond those challenges in a supportive, positive and therapeutic way. Specialties include sex therapy, sex addiction, relationships, sexual issues and much more.
I am a Certified Sex Therapist in Florida. I work with individuals, families and couples on a variety of sex and relationship related issues. I strive to provide an environment free from judgment where clients can comfortably address sexual and other issues in a completely confidential environment.
Please don't let finances be a barrier to seeking treatment. Call today and see if we can work out an arrangement that works for you. Sex therapy is a specialty that requires additional training beyond Licensure. If seeking this service, please make sure it is with someone who has been trained appropriately.
Call or Valerie Richards now for a free 15 minute consultation - (772) 242-9709

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Vivas Counseling Services, LLC

611 SW Federal Hwy

Suite D

Stuart, FL 34994

(772) 242-9709
In person appointments are available at my office in Stuart, Florida. Telehealth is also available for clients throughout Florida.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Sexual Addiction and Relationship Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Vivas Counseling Services, LLC

611 SW Federal Hwy

Suite D

Stuart, FL 34994

(772) 242-9709
In person appointments are available at my office in Stuart, Florida. Telehealth is also available for clients throughout Florida.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Sexual Addiction and Relationship Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • Victim's Compensation Fund
  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (772) 242-9709
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Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / MH12579 Valerie Richards
  • In Practice for 18 Years
  • Certificate from AASECT candidate 2014
  • Certificate from Florida Post-graduate Sex Therapy Training Institu Sex Therapy Certification / 2013
  • Attended Florida State University, Graduated 2006
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Infidelity
  • Internet Addiction
  • kink aware, parent/child relationships
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS
Do these issues align with your needs? or (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS

5 Endorsements

Raymond J. A. Stephens
Raymond J. A. Stephens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Valerie is a very caring and empathetic clinician. She provides clients with insight and optimism that they need especially in trying times. She has been a joy to work with at Vivas and a truly value her leadership
Melissa Lichtenberger
Melissa Lichtenberger
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Valerie is a compassionate and knowledgeable clinician. She brings her expertise to all the clients she works with.
George Zaky, Psy.D., LMHC, LLC
George Zaky, Psy.D., LMHC, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC, LLC
Chasity Fowlkes (Chandler)
Chasity Fowlkes (Chandler)
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP, ICADC, CST, CDWF
The Exchange for Growth and Transition
The Exchange for Growth and Transition
Counselor, LMHC

Client Focus

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Aviation Professionals , 
Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Mother , 
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen , 
Adults , 
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Communities

Aviation Professionals , 
Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
HIV / AIDS 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
  • Certified sex therapy
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Reality Therapy
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • TF-CBT
  • Trauma Focused
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Treatment type will vary based on the needs of the client or couple that I am working with.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (772) 242-9709
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Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS
"
Treatment type will vary based on the needs of the client or couple that I am working with.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS

Location

Primary Location

Vivas Counseling Services, LLC

611 SW Federal Hwy

Suite D

Stuart, FL 34994

(772) 242-9709

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

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In person appointments are available at my office in Stuart, Florida. Telehealth is also available for clients throughout Florida.
Call for a free consultation now - (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS
"
In person appointments are available at my office in Stuart, Florida. Telehealth is also available for clients throughout Florida.
Call for a free consultation now - (772) 242-9709
Photo of Valerie Richards, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS, Counselor
Valerie Richards
Counselor, LMHC, CST, MS, EdS