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Get on Top of Negative Habits and Patterns Causing Relationship Distress

Eliminate Roadblocks that Prevent You from Achieving Your Purpose and Potential

In today's rapidly paced and sometimes overwhelming world, we are faced in many ways with demands and expectations that outpace our ability to cope. This can bring about emotional imbalance and lead to problems with our mood, our relationships, day-to-day functioning, and even our overall health. Imagine if you could improve your life and relationships and start each day with greater peace of mind and fulfillment.

The Obstacles You are Facing are not the Result of Human Weakness or Lack of Character. Rather, they are a marker of some problem, difficulty, stress, or trauma you are undergoing or have undergone. In many cases, therapy can help resolve the underlying causes of your problems and provide you with tools for personal growth and stronger relationships.

I specialize in couples counseling and individual counseling from a relational perspective, helping you to restore the authentic connection to yourself and providing you with the skills to build healthier connections with others.

There is a Path Forward.

And Relief Can Begin Today.

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I offer a 45-minute Complimentary Video Consultation to see if you are comfortable starting.

Therapy is one of the most powerful tools we have to resolve life problems. Having someone on your side capable of understanding your unique struggles can make all the difference.

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About Grace Valenti, MA, LMFT, CRS

Welcome! I am a psychotherapist, CA licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Certified Relationship Specialist with fourteen years in private practice.

I provide therapy for couples and individuals seeking emotional and relationship health and well-being, helping you to restore the authentic connection to yourself and providing you with the skills to build healthier connections with others.

When you face obstacles, I have the education, training, professional experience, and life experience to guide you in identifying solutions. I am formally trained, in person, by some of the most significant figures in Couples work and research today: John Gottman (Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Levels 1 & 2), Terry Real (The Relational Life Institute), and others. Prior to my work in private practice, I obtained broad experience in non-profit community mental health, school-based mental health, and family and parenting education.

I have deep confidence in human strength and resilience and am committed to a high standard of practice assisting others on their journey toward a more vital life free of emotional distress. I offer guidance in a safe, confidential, and supportive environment. With courage and commitment on your part, I can assist you in healing emotionally, recognizing and building upon your unique strengths, identifying and addressing your unmet needs, and dramatically improving your life and relationships.

Credentials and Affiliations Include:

* Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Antioch University, Los Angeles

* Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT # 50199, CA Board of Behavioral Sciences

* Certified Relationship Specialist, American Psychotherapy Association

* The Relational Life Institute

* Internships: The Maple Counseling Center, Beverly Hills, CA and The Center for Individual and Family Counseling, Valley Village, CA

* Member of CAMFT, the CA Association of Marriage and Family Therapists

Together it is possible to open the door to a more vital and robust life!

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