Hi, I’m Valerie Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Grief Professional and Certified Professional Coach
I help adults and individuals with disabilities define and pursue their personal experience, professional career goals, and navigate life transitions.
About Valerie
As a deeply empathetic person, I’ve found that combining counseling and Career Coaching is a way to help others pursue their goals.
At the start of my career, I was at an employment center wherein I helped individuals with job placement and career development, later becoming the Youth Counselor and Program Coordinator for the same company. In this role, I provided guidance to low-income college students and Peace Corps volunteers, assisting them in the exploration of post-secondary options and transitioning to civilian life.
I later became an Adjunct Professor
Teaching a success skills course, assisting students with professional development, and helping prepare them for ongoing education and promising careers.
Who & How I Help
Adults
Chronic Illnesses
Career &
Workforce Development
Individuals with Disabilities
Specialty
I specialize in working with adults to help them manage anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, work issues, and career transitions. Person-centered by nature, I view clients as congruent, accepting, and value their experiences with empathy.
Professionally
Journalism degree from Buffalo State College
Master’s degree in Counselor Education
CACREP Accredited through Virginia Tech University
Certified Grief Professional
When I’m not working
I enjoy reading books on the topics of mental health, African-American literature, autobiographies, and the Farside Volume I and II for laughs. You can find me chatting with friends and family, scenic walking, and watching streaming series, documentaries, comedies, and sports (especially track and field).