Valerie S. Joaquin, LMFT - Los Gatos Therapist & Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

Based in Los Gatos, Valerie S. Joaquin, LMFT provides individual counseling and parent-child therapy for clients across Santa Clara County and the South Bay. Valerie offers Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), a program designed to help parents learn practical ways to manage challenging behaviors, along with SPACE training to support anxious children.

Her work also draws on creative and holistic approaches that help clients connect with themselves, gain insight, and move toward lasting change. She has particular experience supporting Asian American women, adult children of immigrants, young adults exploring their authentic selves, and families working to break unhelpful patterns.

We are a women-owned practice, and we welcome LGBTQ+ clients in a safe and affirming space. Clients often describe Valerie as warm, compassionate, and easy to open up to, and she brings a patient, thoughtful presence to every session.

Book through our website, or call or stop by to learn whether our approach is the right fit for you.