Valerie Larson-Howard, LCSW

Valerie Larson-Howard, LCSW Therapy is 100% more effective than scrolling mental health reels and overthinking alone. If you're ready to do the same, send me a message.

For 27 years, I have partnered with my clients to help them create a new path for handling life's challenges.

Longer answer:You can bring in…• Something that happened this week• A relationship that’s been weighing on you• A though...
06/03/2026

Longer answer:

You can bring in…

• Something that happened this week
• A relationship that’s been weighing on you
• A thought you can’t shake
• A pattern you’re noticing
• Or even: “I don’t know what to talk about”

Therapy isn’t about having the right words, it’s about having a place to start.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

Mental health support isn’t something extra, it’s something essential. Just like we take care of our physical health, ou...
05/25/2026

Mental health support isn’t something extra, it’s something essential. Just like we take care of our physical health, our emotional and mental well-being deserves attention too. You are worth taking care of.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

Some of the ways therapy can support you:• Understand your patterns• Regulate emotions• Improve communication• Build con...
05/18/2026

Some of the ways therapy can support you:

• Understand your patterns
• Regulate emotions
• Improve communication
• Build confidence
• Heal from past experiences

It’s not about “fixing” you, it’s about helping you feel more like yourself.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

A common myth: “I should only go to therapy if things are really bad.”The truth? Therapy can be preventative, proactive,...
05/12/2026

A common myth: “I should only go to therapy if things are really bad.”

The truth? Therapy can be preventative, proactive, and growth-focused.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons:• Feeling overwhelmed or anxious• Navigating life transitions• Wanting h...
05/04/2026

People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons:

• Feeling overwhelmed or anxious
• Navigating life transitions
• Wanting healthier relationships
• Processing past experiences
• Feeling “off” but not sure why

You don’t need a perfect explanation to start, just a willingness to explore.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

This season isn’t about forcing change. It’s about allowing space for renewal in ways that feel manageable and supportiv...
04/21/2026

This season isn’t about forcing change. It’s about allowing space for renewal in ways that feel manageable and supportive. Small steps forward still count.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

Growth isn’t always about becoming someone new. Sometimes it’s about accepting who you already are. Take a few moments t...
04/15/2026

Growth isn’t always about becoming someone new. Sometimes it’s about accepting who you already are. Take a few moments to reflect on the parts of yourself that you’re learning to meet with less judgment and more compassion.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

Mental spring cleaning is an opportunity to prioritize habits that help you feel more grounded, clear, and cared for.Thi...
04/07/2026

Mental spring cleaning is an opportunity to prioritize habits that help you feel more grounded, clear, and cared for.

This might include:
• Getting enough sleep
• Spending time outside
• Moving your body
• Setting boundaries
• Making time for connection
• Creating quiet moments in your day

Small, consistent habits can create meaningful change over time.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

Olympian Chloe Kim stepped away from competition to focus on her mental health and well-being. When she returned, she we...
04/02/2026

Olympian Chloe Kim stepped away from competition to focus on her mental health and well-being. When she returned, she went on to win another Olympic gold medal. Her story is a reminder that rest is not failure. Taking care of yourself is not a detour. It is part of the path.

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

Self-care is more than rest and comfort. Sometimes it looks like facing the things you’ve been avoiding. Mental spring c...
03/26/2026

Self-care is more than rest and comfort. Sometimes it looks like facing the things you’ve been avoiding. Mental spring cleaning can mean taking one small step toward something that supports your future well-being. Maybe it’s reviewing your budget. Going to bed earlier. Scheduling an appointment. Organizing a space that has felt overwhelming. Starting is often the hardest part. You've got this!

* These posts are designed to provide education to a broad audience. They are not a replacement for therapy. Use what is helpful and disregard what is not.

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8596 East 101st Street, Ste. D
Tulsa, OK
74133

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Monday 12pm - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm

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