I'm so glad I found Valerie. She's attentive, thoughtful, patient, highly intelligent, and asks thought-provoking questions that make me reflect on issues in new and profound ways. She's also great at communicating her approach and framework so I have a clear vision of the path ahead and how to navigate it. I'm excited to continue on this journey with her.
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Yuridia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Yuridia. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
I really appreciate her help
More about Yuridia
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hi and welcome; you have taken a big and brave step in seeking help! My name is Valerie Polonsky, and I am a caring therapist. I have worked with adolescents, adults, couples, and the elderly. I specialize in family and couple conflict, depression, anxiety, individual and professional development, divorce, ADHD, phobias, crisis intervention and life changes, and Post Trauma. As a professional, my focus is on being able to listen to my clients and meet them where they are; in order to create a space of reliable containment for them. To facilitate the resolution of issues that affect a healthy and good quality of life in a respectful environment.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coaching
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Imago Relationship Therapy
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043558380.
- LCSW · Florida · SW12551 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I'm so glad I found Valerie. She's attentive, thoughtful, patient, highly intelligent, and asks thought-provoking questions that make me reflect on issues in new and profound ways. She's also great at communicating her approach and framework so I have a clear vision of the path ahead and how to navigate it. I'm excited to continue on this journey with her.
I really appreciate her help
I’ve been working with her for about 3 months and I’ve gotten better with what I needed help with
After one session I feel very good about proceeding with Valerie
I have only had a few sessions with Valerie but so far she is very supportive and insightful. I’m looking forward to achieving my goals in therapy with Valerie!
Frequently asked questions
Does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky speak?
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky have?
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky has 15 years of experience.
Where is Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky licensed to practice?
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky offer?
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky?
Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.