Val has been working with children and families for 17 years in different capacities. She has experience in the criminal justice system, school settings, home and community-based counseling, and CYFD systems which have given her a broad perspective of family dynamics.

Val has extensive experience working with blended families, couples, single parents, teens and individuals. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, with a client centered focus and believes that each person has the keys to their own success. She works to be the conduit to helping people find and capitalize on their own strengths.

• BA in Sociology and Spanish
• Masters in SW from University of Central Florida 2005
• Fluent Spanish speaker