VALERIE GODET, MA, LPP  •   (651) 214-0299  •  vjgodet@hotmail.com • HOME • ABOUT THERAPY • CHOOSING A THERAPIST • ABOUT VALERIE GODET • LOCATION • ABOUT ME, VALERIE GODET, MA, LPP I specialize in helping people create lives that are more fulfilling, rewarding, secure, and joyful. I help people look at what has blocked them, hurt them, frightened them, or delayed them from developing into the wonderful, caring, trusting, successful person they were born to be. I help people to get to know themselves more deeply and truly so that they are better able to connect with the people they care about. I help people to determine what matters most to them and why, so that they can heal, change, grow, and succeed. My approach to therapy draws upon many different theories and philosophies, incorporating emotional, cognitive (beliefs and attitudes), spiritual and behavioral components. I draw heavily upon constructivist self development theory, which views life in a holistic manner, examining how the past forms us and how we continue to shape ourselves in light of who we believe ourselves to be. My approach is highly individualistic; that is, I draw on many possible ways to help each client in the way that is most appropriate for him or her as an individual person leading a unique life. The letters after my name indicate my credentials. I hold a Master’s degree in Counseling and Psychological Services, and I am licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Psychological Practitioner. I have had specialized training and experience in recovery from trauma and abuse, growing through grief, loss, and life transitions, overcoming anxiety and depression, and balancing life roles. I work with adolescents and adults, helping them with a wide variety of issues, such as healing from past or present emotional pain, or healing from emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. I help people who want to understand themselves better and who are ready for a change for the better in their lives.