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Hi there! My name is Junnell

Sometimes the problem isn’t that you don’t love each other—it’s that you’re caught in a pattern neither of you knows how to break.

Relationships have the power to help us heal, grow, and feel deeply connected. But they can also bring old wounds, stress, and protective patterns to the surface.

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My Approach

As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of experience, I help couples slow down, understand what’s happening beneath the conflict, and find their way back to one another.

In couples therapy, we’ll explore:
- Communication and conflict patterns
- Emotional and nervous-system responses
- The experiences that shape how you connect
- Building greater safety, empathy, and understanding
- Practical tools for navigating difficult moments

Because couples therapy isn’t just about learning to communicate better. It’s about creating a relationship where both people can feel seen, understood, safe, and connected.

You don’t have to stay stuck in the same cycle. Change is possible—and connection can be rebuilt

Areas of Experience

  • Couples Therapy

  • Single Parenting

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Stress Management

  • Emotional Regulation

  • Life Transitions

  • Coping Skill Education

Clinical Approaches

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, heard, and understood. I draw from evidence-based practices including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Based Focused Therapy (SBFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS).

Starting therapy with me

Ready to start working together? Book below! Still have questions? Here are some basic FAQ’s about working with me.

  • Click the button to the left to request your Meet & Greet 15 minute consultation with Junnell!

  • I am able to accept some insurance plans, HSA/FSA, and private pay.

    I can currently bill out of network insurance benefits.

    I do not take any Medicaid, Medicare, or managed care plans.

  • I offer both in person sessions at The Valvaere Collective and virtual options for session locations.

Work With Me
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A little about me…

I take self care seriously. I love to travel, eat great food, and spend time with family and friends. I also love everything about the 80's. Surprisingly, I used to be a security guard for years