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Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS

valerie@openacceptance.com Open Acceptance Counseling, PLLC
Specialties: Overcontrol, Perfectionism, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorder,
Insurance: Aetna, Ambetter, Optum, Out of Network, UMR,

Introduction

I specialize in disorders of emotional overcontrol and perfectionism. My approach incorporates ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), RO DBT (Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and Interpersonal Therapies. Treatment with me focuses on improving psychological flexibility, acceptance of thoughts and emotions, mindful and valued living, and social connections. I treat adults age 18+. I provide individual therapy and lead psychoeducation classes to provide guidance on emotions, thoughts, social connection and coping skills.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

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Highlights

  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #61726 (TX)
  • LCDC #15023 (TX)
  • LCSW #C014965 (NC)
  • LCAS #28178 (NC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Groups
  • Classes

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Optum
  • Out of Network
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 45 Minute Individual Therapy $150
  • 55 Minute Individual Therapy $175
  • Group Therapy $50

Locations

Acceptance Counseling of North Texas PLLC DBA Open Acceptance Counseling PLLC
Plano, TX 75024-3569
Acceptance Counseling of North Texas PLLC DBA Open Acceptance Counseling PLLC
Plano, TX 75024-3569
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Frequently asked questions

Is Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS offer telehealth appointments? Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS specialize in? Valerie Akins, LCSW, LCDC, LCAS specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Avoidant Personality, Depression, Eating Disorders, Loneliness, Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorders, Perfectionism, Personality Disorder, Psychotic Disorders, Schizophrenia, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, Substance Use, Women's Issues, and Work Stress.
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