With the right connection and support, you can experience change

Evidence-based therapy with authentic connection to help you navigate life's challenges. Together we'll work flexibly to address both immediate concerns and deeper patterns, always moving at a pace that feels right for you. Meaningful change is possible—and it starts with feeling heard, supported, and validated.
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About

Specialized Trauma‑Informed Therapy for Adults & Couples in New York

I work with adults and couples who are ready for meaningful, lasting change. Many of my clients are navigating trauma, grief, major life transitions, or career uncertainty, and they’re looking for a therapeutic experience that goes beyond the limitations of insurance‑driven care. My practice is designed for individuals who value privacy, flexibility, and a personalized approach to healing. I specialize in EMDR and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, offering both traditional weekly sessions and more immersive options—including extended sessions and EMDR intensives for clients who want to move through their work more efficiently and with greater focus. These formats are ideal for people with demanding schedules, those seeking faster progress, or anyone who feels stuck in long‑term patterns and wants a deeper, more concentrated therapeutic experience. Clients can meet with me via secure telehealth anywhere in New York State or in person at my Clinton, NY office (13323). Whether you’re rebuilding after loss, working through trauma, strengthening your relationship, or redefining your path forward, therapy with me is a collaborative, grounded space where you can explore, heal, and grow at your own pace. Click the "Request Appointment" button to schedule an appointment online as a new or existing client. Appointments are currently available Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm. If you have any questions please fill out the contact form below, or send me an email at valerie.lighthall@gmail.com.
Valerie Lighthall
LCSW-R

Services

Telehealth & In Person Counseling for Individuals & Couples in New York

  • Trauma
  • PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Couples Counseling
  • Communication Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Life Transitions
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Burnout
  • College Mental Health
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Medical Professional Stress
  • Mindfulness
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Abuse Survivors
  • Aging
  • Career Counseling
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Parenting

Approaches

  • Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychotherapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Positive Psychology
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Fees

  • Individual Sessions: $105 - $160
  • Couples Sessions: $175 - $215

Location

In Person Office

43 College St
Clinton, NY 13323-1632

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