Business Details
18 Years
experience
Mental Health Therapy in Mill Valley, CA
Founded in 2008 by Sharon Valentino, LMFT, our Mill Valley practice supports individuals navigating life transitions and mental health challenges. With a unique blend of business acumen and psychology expertise, we combine evidence-based practices like CBT, DBT, and Person-Centered Therapy with personalized care. Our team specializes in treating anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, addiction, and self-esteem issues, serving clients from tech, medical, legal, and creative industries. Recognized as Best Mill Valley Psychotherapist 2024 and Best Addiction Counselor 2024, we prioritize creating a safe space for emotional exploration and growth.With over two decades of clinical and business experience, including leadership roles in community organizations, we deliver solutions-focused therapy tailored to individual needs. Our practice integrates clinical hypnosis, cinematic therapy, and addiction treatment certifications to address complex mental health concerns while maintaining strict adherence to professional ethics and client confidentiality.
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Depression Treatment
OCD Management
Addiction Counseling
Trauma Therapy
Stress Management
Self-Esteem Therapy
Transitions Counseling
Online Therapy
Couples Counseling
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of clinical experience with evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Our therapist holds advanced certifications in addiction treatment and clinical hypnosis
- Specialized care for high-stress professionals and creative industries
- Recognized as Best Mill Valley Psychotherapist 2024 by verified reviews
- Combines mental health expertise with real-world business experience
What people say
Exceptional therapist
Genuine compassion
Effective techniques
Safe environment
Personalized care
Services
Anxiety Therapy
Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders using cognitive behavioral therapy and relaxation techniques. Our approach addresses generalized anxiety, OCD, and panic disorders through structured sessions that identify thought patterns and develop coping strategies. Clients learn to manage physical symptoms and regain control over daily activities while building long-term resilience against anxiety triggers.
Depression Treatment
Comprehensive depression management combining solution-focused and interpersonal therapies. We address biological, situational, and trauma-related depression through personalized treatment plans that restore energy levels, improve self-perception, and rebuild motivation. Our evidence-based approach helps clients break negative thought cycles and reestablish meaningful connections with their environment and loved ones.
OCD Management
Targeted intervention for obsessive-compulsive disorder using exposure response prevention techniques. Our therapy helps clients understand obsessive thought patterns and gradually reduce compulsive behaviors through controlled exposure exercises. We focus on breaking the anxiety-compulsion cycle while developing alternative coping mechanisms that promote daily functioning and quality of life improvements.
Addiction Counseling
Advanced addiction treatment integrating cognitive behavioral therapy and 12-step program support. Our certified specialists address underlying psychological factors contributing to substance use while developing relapse prevention strategies. The program combines individual counseling with behavioral modification techniques to support sustainable recovery and address co-occurring mental health conditions.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma-informed care utilizing EMDR and somatic experiencing techniques. Our therapists help clients process traumatic memories safely while developing grounding strategies for managing flashbacks and hypervigilance. The treatment focuses on rebuilding trust, restoring emotional regulation, and establishing new neural pathways to reduce trauma's impact on daily functioning.
People
Sharon Valentino
Founder, Licensed Therapist
Sharon Valentino is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with advanced certifications in addiction treatment and clinical hypnosis. With 15+ years of clinical experience and prior success in business ownership, she specializes in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, depression, and trauma. Recognized as 2024's Best Mill Valley Psychotherapist, Sharon combines therapeutic expertise with practical life experience to support client transformation.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide anxiety therapy, depression treatment, OCD management, addiction counseling, trauma therapy, and self-esteem building using evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT for adults and adolescents.
Do you accept insurance?
Valentino Therapy operates as an out-of-network provider. We provide documentation for potential insurance reimbursement and offer flexible payment options for our mental health services.
Are online therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions for California residents, maintaining the same quality of care as in-person appointments with flexible scheduling options.
What makes your therapy approach unique?
Our practice combines clinical expertise with real-world business experience, using evidence-based methods tailored to individual needs while addressing both immediate concerns and long-term personal growth.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact us through our website or call (415) 215-5363 to schedule an initial consultation. We'll help determine the best treatment approach and available time slots for your therapy sessions.
Reviews (4)
Katie Menges
Oct 02, 2021
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Sharon is absolutely incredible in her field. I've been talking with her for years now and she has been so helpful through trying times. 10/10 recommend
Andrew Dale
Jul 24, 2021
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Sharon is amazing. The best therapist I have ever met. She has long list of credentials, so much experience, and really cares about her clients. :)))
Jesse Scheer
Apr 26, 2021
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I really enjoy working with Sharon! She is helpful, honest, and easy to talk to. I highly recommend her - she is very knowledgeable (especially in addiction) and truly cares about her clients. I have really enjoyed working with her.
Michael Dempsey
Apr 25, 2021
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Sharon has really helped me breakthrough my anxiety issues which where
a huge piece of my addiction and dependency. Her patience and insight helped me identify the triggers and behaviors that plagued me for so long. She helped me build a solution model that I believed in, and could navigate
reasonably in my daily family-work-friends life. Today is great!
a huge piece of my addiction and dependency. Her patience and insight helped me identify the triggers and behaviors that plagued me for so long. She helped me build a solution model that I believed in, and could navigate
reasonably in my daily family-work-friends life. Today is great!
