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Estela Valera, LPC

Compassionate LPC for relationships and life challenges
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • Parenting and family

About Estela Valera

Estela Valera is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with eight years of experience providing psychotherapy. She holds licensure in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, depression, anxiety, career and academic obstacles, and emotional regulation. She has also worked extensively with survivors of physical trauma and emotional abuse, and with clients seeking to build motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and to break generational patterns.

Her therapeutic manner is warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Estela adapts her conversations and treatment plans to address each person’s specific needs and circumstances rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. Clinically, she integrates cognitive-behavioral methods, humanistic perspectives, psychodynamic insights, and cognitive-processing techniques to create tailored, practical strategies for growth and healing.

Estela emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, recognizing that taking the first step toward change requires courage. She offers steady guidance and support for those ready to pursue a more fulfilling and balanced life, and she approaches each therapeutic relationship with patience and a focus on individualized progress.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMulticultural concernsPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Estela Valera have?

Estela Valera has 8 years of professional experience working as a psychotherapist.

Is Estela Valera a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details provided are OR LPC C9833 and PA LPC PC015550.

In which languages does Estela Valera provide therapy?

Therapy is offered in English and Spanish.

Where is Estela Valera located?

Estela Valera is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Estela Valera as my therapist?

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

Does Estela Valera work with international clients?

Yes. Estela Valera works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Estela Valera cost?

The cost of therapy 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 with therapy 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.

Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Online therapy can be a practical option for people managing common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. For many individuals, remote sessions offer a comparable avenue for progress as traditional in-person care, and they make it easier to access consistent support when life gets busy.

One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits them best, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This adaptability can help integrate therapy into work, family, or school schedules and reduce logistical barriers to receiving care.

Licensed professionals provide therapeutic guidance through these modes, and clients may change therapists if they want a different fit. For those weighing whether online therapy is a good option, considering convenience, preferred communication style, and treatment goals can help determine the best path forward.

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