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Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Therapy Is Life PLLC
Available next week
Specialties: Women's Issues, Anxiety, Cultural and Systemic Oppression, College Mental Health, Family Conflict,
Insurance: Aetna, Cigna, Quest Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois,

Introduction

Hi! I’m Valerie, a Licensed Professional Counselor and longtime advocate for emotional wellness. With a strong foundation in the mental health field—including experience as both a school counselor and a therapist in private practice—I bring real-world perspective and clinical expertise to our sessions. I specialize in supporting adults and older teens who feel emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand, or burdened by unresolved trauma, chronic stress, or generational cycles. My practice, Therapy Is Life, PLLC, offers a safe, culturally responsive space where clients can explore how life experiences affect their emotions, relationships, and daily functioning. I provide individual therapy through a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. I also accept multiple insurance plans and payment methods, making therapy more accessible.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups
  • Classes

Communities

  • Racial Justice/Equity

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Jehovah's Witnesses
  • Catholic

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 60 Minute Session $150

Locations

Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC also offers a free consultation.
Does Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC offer telehealth appointments? Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC specialize in? Valerie Franklin, LCPC, NCC specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Bullying, Career Counseling, College Mental Health, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Infidelity, Life Transitions, Loneliness, Mindfulness, Peer Relationships, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, Women's Issues, Burnout, and Cultural and Systemic Oppression.
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