Valerie Holcomb, LPC
Texas LPC focused on trauma and recovery
- Trauma informed care
- CBT and DBT
- Veteran support experience
About Valerie Holcomb
Valerie Holcomb is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 18 years of clinical experience. She has worked with adults, adolescents, couples, and families in both individual and group settings, addressing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career transitions, OCD, and ADHD. She has also supported many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
Her professional background includes practice in diverse environments such as inpatient hospitals, inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder treatment facilities, community mental health clinics, schools and school campuses, wilderness challenge camps, and correctional facilities. Outside of direct practice, she has invested significant volunteer hours supporting veterans through groups and individual counseling, contributing to PTSD awareness campaigns, and participating with local and state mental health advocacy organizations including NAMI and Behavioral Health Advisory Council.
Her counseling style is described as warm, interactive, and laid back, with an emphasis on listening and treating people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. Her approach integrates cognitive-behavioral methods, humanistic and client-centered principles, cognitive processing techniques, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and rational-emotive strategies. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to match each person’s unique needs and goals, focusing on facilitating behavior change and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance to support movement toward greater independence and well-being.
Valerie brings extensive experience across motivated and more resistant clients alike, and she seeks to help people recognize and build on their own potential.
Her professional background includes practice in diverse environments such as inpatient hospitals, inpatient and outpatient substance use disorder treatment facilities, community mental health clinics, schools and school campuses, wilderness challenge camps, and correctional facilities. Outside of direct practice, she has invested significant volunteer hours supporting veterans through groups and individual counseling, contributing to PTSD awareness campaigns, and participating with local and state mental health advocacy organizations including NAMI and Behavioral Health Advisory Council.
Her counseling style is described as warm, interactive, and laid back, with an emphasis on listening and treating people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while avoiding stigmatizing labels. Her approach integrates cognitive-behavioral methods, humanistic and client-centered principles, cognitive processing techniques, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, and rational-emotive strategies. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to match each person’s unique needs and goals, focusing on facilitating behavior change and fostering a strong therapeutic alliance to support movement toward greater independence and well-being.
Valerie brings extensive experience across motivated and more resistant clients alike, and she seeks to help people recognize and build on their own potential.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Valerie Holcomb have?
Valerie Holcomb has 18 years of experience.
Is Valerie Holcomb a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: TX LPC 62386.
In which languages does Valerie Holcomb provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Valerie Holcomb located?
Valerie Holcomb is located in Texas.
How can I work with Valerie Holcomb as my therapist?
You can work with Valerie Holcomb through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Valerie Holcomb work with international clients?
Yes, Valerie Holcomb works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Valerie Holcomb 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
Valerie Holcomb draws from several evidence-informed approaches that translate well to online formats. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and learning practical skills to change behaviors and mood; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies and emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance and supports clients in exploring their values and strengths to guide growth and decision making.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Valerie works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy feels relevant and practical.
Online therapy offers flexibility in how people connect - by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing sessions to fit around work, family, and other commitments. These options can increase accessibility for those who live far from services, have mobility or scheduling constraints, or prefer the convenience of remote sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt these modalities to deliver effective, goal-focused care while honoring each person's pace and priorities.