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Valerie McLaren, LMFT

Marriage and family therapy Meridian Point Mental Health LLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Trauma, Addiction, Attachment Issues, Blended Families,
In network with Moda Health, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska, Aetna

Introduction

I'm Valerie McLaren, LMFT and founder of Meridian Point Mental Health in Ketchikan, Alaska. I specialize in trauma processing through EMDR. I work with couples, individuals and families walking together through life's challenges. My approach is healing through connection and a trauma informed lens. I offer telehealth statewide and in-person sessions for Ketchikan clients.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • LMFT #249183 (AK)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Buddhist
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon
  • Atheist

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Valerie McLaren, LMFT accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Moda Health
  • Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska
  • Aetna

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Consultation $0

Locations

Video Office

Professional Information

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Addiction/Substance Abuse

Professional Affiliations

  • American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists (AAMFT)

FAQ

Is Valerie McLaren, LMFT accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Valerie McLaren, LMFT is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Valerie McLaren, LMFT also offers a free consultation.
Does Valerie McLaren, LMFT offer telehealth appointments? Valerie McLaren, LMFT does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Valerie McLaren, LMFT specialize in? Valerie McLaren, LMFT specializes in the following areas: Addiction, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Blended Families, Communication Issues, and Trauma.
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