Valerie Harris, LCSW, TN | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Valerie Harris

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Valerie Harris

Valerie Harris, LICSW, is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adolescents and adults navigating anxiety, depression, eating disorders, self-esteem challenges, and trauma. With specialized training in eating disorders and religious trauma, Valerie takes a holistic, person-centered approach that honors the mind-body connection while centering each client’s unique path to healing. She integrates evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Solution-Focused Therapy. Valerie’s therapeutic presence is warm, empowering, and collaborative. She is passionate about working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including LGBTQ+ individuals, neurodiverse populations, and those navigating trauma or spiritual distress. Her care is grounded in compassion, cultural humility, and the belief that therapy should feel supportive, personal, and transformative. Outside of sessions, Valerie enjoys hiking, kayaking, attending sports games, and spending time with her partner and their beloved pets. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available in all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by publications including Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind, and Everyday Health.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

Troy University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1780381871

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Overall rating

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Valerie Harris?

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Is Valerie Harris accepting new patients?

Valerie Harris generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Valerie Harris's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Valerie Harris accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Valerie Harris online?

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What practice does Valerie Harris work with?

Valerie Harris works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Valerie Harris?

Valerie Harris frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Valerie Harris on their profile.