Dr. Bethye Valenzuela , LPC

Dr. Bethye Valenzuela is an Army veteran and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, bringing years of clinical practice and a steady presence to each therapeutic relationship.

Her background includes extensive work with active duty and retired military members as well as their family members, giving her insight into the specific challenges that military life can present. She emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and emotions can be expressed freely, and she works collaboratively with individuals to build practical coping skills and pathways toward greater emotional well-being.

Dr. Valenzuela understands that seeking help takes courage, and she centers empowerment and support throughout the therapeutic process. Whether someone is struggling with mood concerns, communication difficulties, guilt and shame, workplace issues, or symptoms related to trauma and post-traumatic stress, she aims to help them take the first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Evidence-Based Care for Trauma, Addiction, and Anxiety Online

Dr. Bethye Valenzuela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of each person. For trauma-related concerns she employs approaches that help individuals process difficult experiences and reduce the hold traumatic memories can have on daily life, with an emphasis on pacing and safety. For addictions and substance-related struggles she uses structured strategies that focus on identifying triggers, building coping skills, and strengthening motivation for change. She also works with anxiety and stress through practical skills training that teaches breathing and cognitive strategies to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Valenzuela works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods over time to best support recovery and resilience. This partnership helps ensure treatment fits each person’s circumstances and values.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and accessibility from different locations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, attend sessions around work or family commitments, and apply therapeutic skills in the context of daily life while working with licensed professionals and therapists.