"My approach to therapy is uncovering that inner voice that guides us towards what we want, what we believe is right, and towards any healing that may need to be done."

Welcome to my practice...

  I'd like to share a bit about myself and my process to help you determine if we might be a good fit to work together. I am a student of all things related to the human experience. The study of psychology is centuries of analyzing, and piecing together what we know about human behavior and brain activity. It strives to understand the human experience. But the human experience is more than our behaviors and patterns. It is the experience of heartbreak, loss, change, love, resilience, and beyond. While psychology can point us in the right direction, we must integrate our own wisdom about ourselves to understand what is causing us pain, or holding us back.

We are all navigating the ups and downs the best that we can, where at times it may feel effortless and other times a bit more difficult.  Each of our experiences are seen through the lens that we have created, narrated by our inner voice. Often times that inner voice, the part of us that makes us uniquely ourselves, can get lost when we experience trauma, doubt, anxiety, or anger, as well as triumph, new chapters, and dreams coming true. My approach to therapy is uncovering that inner voice that guides us towards what we want, what we believe is right, and towards any healing that may need to be done. The same is true for couples and families. We will work to find the collective voice of the unit and bring everyone back into alignment. I work with adults, couples, and families looking to restore balance to their lives.

I incorporate my academic and professional background in trauma informed therapy, EMDR, domestic violence, and somatic awareness with different therapy modalities to create a therapy experience that resonates with you.
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Erin Valente, MA, LMFT

Kelly Barreca, AMFT, APCC

Compassionate support for kids, teens, families, and adults navigating life’s challenges

About Kelly

I’m an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor with over a decade of experience working with children and adolescents in the public school system. For 13 years, I supported kids from preschool through high school—and during that time, I witnessed how deeply mental health struggles can impact students and their families. I often found myself wishing I could do more. That calling ultimately led me to become a therapist.

Today, I provide thoughtful, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, academic stress, and relational struggles. Whether I’m working with a child overwhelmed by school pressure, a teen navigating identity and emotions, or a parent feeling stretched thin, my goal is the same: to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where healing can begin.

My approach is person-centered, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique needs. I believe that real progress happens when clients feel seen, heard, and empowered.

I specialize in treating anxiety and depression across all ages, equipping clients with practical tools to regulate emotions, build resilience, and reconnect with who they are. I’m also deeply passionate about family therapy. Using a Family Systems lens, I help families strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and foster deeper connections.
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If you're looking for a therapist who brings both professional expertise and heartfelt compassion to the work, I’d be honored to support you.