About Valere
Our Story
How did we get our name?
We believe that you are valued. We believe that you are worthy. We believe that you are more than enough. We believe in your strength for resiliency. We are devoted to champion you as you embrace vulnerability, self-acceptance, and mold a life of purpose. We believe in inclusive and affirming care that celebrates all of your unique identities, bodies, and abilities.
Valere is a Latin word meaning “to be of value or worth,” “to be strong,” and/or “to be well.” We couldn’t think of a more perfect word that encompasses our mission. Choosing a name for the practice wasn't a quick decision–it took months of reflection, conversation, and intention. From the very beginning, our founder knew it had to be meaningful. She wanted the name to reflect what we believe at our core: that every client who walks through our doors is worthy, valued, and enough, exactly as they are.
After countless ideas and long talks with her family, it was her brother who suggested Valere–a Latin word meaning “to be of value or worth,” “to be well," and/or “to be strong." Thoughtfully named. Purposefully created.
AT OUR CORE
What does this mean? It means that you are worthy and cherished. At Valere Therapy Collective, we encourage you to come as you are. As you embark on this journey to a path of healing and vulnerability, let us be a safe haven that empowers you to be vulnerable and celebrated. While we know that vulnerability can be difficult and even scary at times, we believe that there comes a great strength from vulnerability. Our vision is to create a nurturing haven for you to explore your emotions, navigate life challenges, and honor your authentic self.
You Are of Value.
I am a Northern Virginia native, dog enthusiast, PCOS warrior, dessert lover, & an Asian American licensed clinical independent social worker (LICSW) serving adults in their 20s & 30s in Washington D.C. and Virginia.
When it comes to my approach towards therapy, I am authentic, intentional, and collaborative. Life is hard and there is no manual on how to deal with all the challenges that we face, I get that. That’s exactly why I am adamant on creating a safe and comfortable space for my clients to be heard, seen, and understood. I want my sessions to feel connected and conversational, so that you feel at-ease to be vulnerable. I want you to walk away knowing that I am in your corner throughout the entire process. My goal is to work alongside you as you navigate your challenges, rewrite your narrative, and speak towards your worth, and to equip you to be the best version of yourself.
My lived experience as a child of Korean immigrants allows me to have a deeper understanding that come with lived experiences as a person of color. I strive to provide culturally sensitive care to people of color, support clients with addressing generational trauma, navigate the nuances that come with family dynamics and culture, and sense of self.
It would be my honor to be able to support you as you pursue the renewal of your identity. I can’t wait to meet you!
Hi! I'm Jane!
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Modalities
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Family Systems Theory.
Modalities
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