Valeria Curiel
Online & In-Person
LCSW
Los Angeles, California
License LCSW
https://secure.helloalma.com/providers/valeria-curiel/About Valeria
I am passionate about empowering clients to strengthen their ability to overcome obstacles that life throws at them. By creating a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, I works alongside the client to help them feel seen and heard while allowing themselves to be fully authentic. My approach is direct and patient with a dash of humor. Feel free to contact me for a free 15 min consultation to see if I am a good match for you.
Office Location
Costs and Insurance
$180 - 230 per session
Sliding Scale
Out of Pocket
Aetna
Cigna
Optum
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare (UHC / UBH)
Why did you become a therapist, and what motivates you to continue?
I encountered a difficult time in my life where I needed more support to feel empowered to deal with the challenges that I was faced with. I was able to see the impact that therapy had on me and others in my life and felt I could do the same for others. Seeing clients grow in confidence within themselves and how far they have gone reminds me of the strength and resilience we as humans have.
For people that are hesitant to try therapy, what do you wish you could tell them?
It makes complete sense feeling nervous, uncomfortable, or even scared to try therapy. Seeking support to address life's challenges, general mental health support, or just needing to process thoughts with an unbiased and non-judgmental person, therapy can be a great addition in your weekly or monthly routine. There's no harm in trying and if the therapist isn't a good fit, thats okay. You can try again. Therapy is a tool for those who want a space to acquire insight and clarity, create new priorities, and gain the courage to change.
What does a typical session with you tend to look like?
After a quick check in, sessions go wherever you as the client need them to go. Depending on what we are working on, I will ask questions to bring more clarity or insight in the topics discussed and I will support and guide you as things come up. Sometimes we will only work on building coping and grounding skills. Other times you just want to talk about the newest album of your favorite artist. Everything is important and I am here to listen and explore.
How can you provide care remotely?
I utilize a HIPAA compliant platform for video sessions that can be done in the comfort of your own space.
Interested in talking?
Office Location
Costs and Insurance
$180 - 230 per session
Sliding Scale
Out of Pocket
Aetna
Cigna
Optum
Oscar
Oxford Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare (UHC / UBH)
Specialties
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Racial Identity
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural