Valerie LaPorte, LICSW

Experienced LICSW supporting complex mental health

Trauma and abuse
Anxiety and depression
Family and relationship work

About Valerie LaPorte

Valerie LaPorte is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota with 21 years of professional experience, including more than a decade of direct clinical work. She is an approved clinical and non-clinical licensing supervisor by the Minnesota Board of Social Work, bringing both hands-on therapeutic practice and supervisor-level expertise to her work.

Her career has spanned a wide range of settings and populations, from young children to older adults, and has included extensive practice with individuals living with serious mental illness. Over the years she has supported people facing depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family challenges, anger management, incarceration-related issues, disability-related concerns, and many other complex life stresses. Valerie also works with issues such as addiction, sleep problems, parenting challenges, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

Valerie’s counseling style is empathetic and goal-directed. She emphasizes approachability, focused listening, and practical problem solving so each person feels heard and empowered to pursue their goals. She values dignity, respect, and compassion in every interaction. Her clinical work draws on solution-focused brief therapy, strengths-based approaches, and cognitive behavioral techniques to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs.

Valerie offers experienced, measured support for people navigating difficult transitions and persistent emotional challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Valerie LaPorte have?

Valerie LaPorte has 21 years of professional experience, including over 10 years of clinical experience.

Is Valerie LaPorte a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LICSW credential. Her license details are MN LICSW 18275.

In which languages does Valerie LaPorte provide therapy?

Therapy is provided in English.

Where is Valerie LaPorte located?

Valerie LaPorte is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Valerie LaPorte as my therapist?

You can work with Valerie LaPorte through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Valerie LaPorte work with international clients?

Yes. Valerie LaPorte works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Valerie LaPorte cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches Online

Attachment-based therapy focuses on understanding relationship patterns that began early in life and how they influence current connections. It can help people who struggle with intimacy, abandonment concerns, or repeated relationship difficulties by exploring attachment needs and building more secure ways of relating.

Client-centered therapy centers the person’s own experiences, offering empathic listening and support that helps individuals clarify values and goals. This approach is useful for those seeking a respectful, nonjudgmental space to process life transitions, self-esteem issues, or complex emotions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical skills and structured techniques. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, sleep problems, and coping with challenging life situations.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is treated as a collaborative effort. Valerie works with clients to identify what methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts care as progress unfolds.

Online sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make therapy more accessible and flexible. These formats allow licensed professionals to offer regular support around work, family, and geographic constraints, helping clients engage in care in ways that fit their daily life.

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