Molly Valerio, LISW-CP
South Carolina clinician with 41 years experience
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and family
- Trauma and grief
About Molly Valerio
Molly Valerio is a licensed clinician in South Carolina with 41 years of professional experience. She holds an LISW-CP, a clinical social work credential indicating clinical licensure and training to provide psychotherapy. Over four decades she has supported people navigating stress and anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, grief and loss, spiritual concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting challenges, career transitions, and a broad range of life changes.
Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversation and treatment plans to fit each person’s unique needs. Molly draws on a variety of clinical approaches, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused work, existential reflections, and EMDR when appropriate, tailoring these tools to address issues such as intimacy, self-esteem, anger, caregiver stress, and blended family dynamics.
Recognizing that beginning therapy often takes courage, Molly approaches the work as an honor and a partnership. She aims to create a supportive pathway forward while collaborating with individuals and families to meet their specific goals and concerns.
Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversation and treatment plans to fit each person’s unique needs. Molly draws on a variety of clinical approaches, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally-focused work, existential reflections, and EMDR when appropriate, tailoring these tools to address issues such as intimacy, self-esteem, anger, caregiver stress, and blended family dynamics.
Recognizing that beginning therapy often takes courage, Molly approaches the work as an honor and a partnership. She aims to create a supportive pathway forward while collaborating with individuals and families to meet their specific goals and concerns.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Molly Valerio have?
Molly Valerio has 41 years of professional experience.
Is Molly Valerio a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LISW-CP credential. License details are SC LISW-CP 9850.
In which languages does Molly Valerio provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Molly Valerio located?
She is located in South Carolina.
How can I work with Molly Valerio as my therapist?
You can work with Molly Valerio through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Molly Valerio work with international clients?
Molly Valerio does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Molly Valerio cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the 'Start Therapy' button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the 'Start Therapy' button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Molly Valerio uses several well-established approaches to support clients in an online setting. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where a person’s own goals and insights guide the work; it is helpful for self-esteem, grief, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, stress, and certain habit-related concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on emotional patterns within relationships, helping couples and families notice interaction cycles and build stronger emotional connection and intimacy.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Molly collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists adapt techniques over time, integrating methods to match what proves most helpful for the individual or family.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging allow people to connect from different locations and more easily fit therapy into busy schedules. These options can make regular care more accessible and provide multiple ways to engage in the therapeutic work.