Valerie Keller Gates, LPC
Oklahoma LPC supporting adults and families
- Client-centered care
- CBT and EMDR
- Flexible online sessions
About Valerie Keller Gates
Valerie Keller Gates is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oklahoma who draws on formal training in family studies, gerontology, and counseling to support adults, families, and groups. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Family Studies and Gerontology from Southern Nazarene University and a Master of Human Relations with an emphasis in Licensed Professional Counseling from The University of Oklahoma. As an LPC, she brings professional clinical training to her work with a wide range of concerns.
Her clinical experience includes supporting people with mild to severe mental illness as well as individuals facing depression, grief and loss, abuse or neglect, dual-diagnosis addictions, behavioral challenges, bipolar disorder, and parenting difficulties. She adapts interventions to fit each person, recognizing that treatment is most effective when it meets clients where they are and evolves with their needs. Valerie has worked across individual, family, and group formats to address stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, ADHD, and other focus areas.
Valerie favors a client-centered approach that emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, and she commonly integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies to help clients identify patterns and build practical skills. She brings a transparent, honest, and caring manner to sessions so clients can feel more comfortable processing difficult topics. Treatment plans are tailored to each person and may draw on a mix of approaches to match goals and circumstances.
She values reminders about progress and resilience and often reflects on the saying, "Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can go, just remember how far you have come" as an encouragement for clients moving through change and challenge.
Her clinical experience includes supporting people with mild to severe mental illness as well as individuals facing depression, grief and loss, abuse or neglect, dual-diagnosis addictions, behavioral challenges, bipolar disorder, and parenting difficulties. She adapts interventions to fit each person, recognizing that treatment is most effective when it meets clients where they are and evolves with their needs. Valerie has worked across individual, family, and group formats to address stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, ADHD, and other focus areas.
Valerie favors a client-centered approach that emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, and she commonly integrates cognitive-behavioral strategies to help clients identify patterns and build practical skills. She brings a transparent, honest, and caring manner to sessions so clients can feel more comfortable processing difficult topics. Treatment plans are tailored to each person and may draw on a mix of approaches to match goals and circumstances.
She values reminders about progress and resilience and often reflects on the saying, "Whenever you find yourself doubting how far you can go, just remember how far you have come" as an encouragement for clients moving through change and challenge.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Blended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Valerie Keller Gates have?
Valerie Keller Gates has 7 years of experience.
Is Valerie Keller Gates a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: OK LPC 6622.
In which languages does Valerie Keller Gates provide therapy?
Valerie Keller Gates provides therapy in English.
Where is Valerie Keller Gates located?
Valerie Keller Gates is located in Oklahoma.
How can I work with Valerie Keller Gates as my therapist?
You can work with Valerie Keller Gates through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Valerie Keller Gates work with international clients?
Valerie Keller Gates does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Valerie Keller Gates 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.
Approaches and Online Support for Growth
Valerie integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR into her online practice to meet a range of needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship in which the client leads the pace and topics of work - it is helpful for people seeking support to explore emotions, relationships, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and learn practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress through structured techniques and goal-focused work. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a trauma-informed approach used to process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity for those affected by past traumatic experiences.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Valerie works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for each person.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and access from home or elsewhere. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, manage caregiving or work obligations, and engage with a licensed professional from a convenient setting.
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