Inner Reins Counseling

Valerie O. Pullen is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida. She is originally from New Haven, Connecticut, where she was born and raised and started her career in social work. With a profound passion for Infant Mental Health, Valerie has dedicated her career to promoting the well-being and optimal development of children during their crucial early years. She firmly believes that this period sets the trajectory for a person's lifelong physical, emotional, and behavioral health. Valerie recognizes that children's behavioral and emotional concerns often stem from their early childhood experiences and the numerous life stressors that can pose a barrier to forming a secure relationship with their primary caregivers. Drawing upon her extensive expertise and genuine empathy, Valerie strives to support primary caregivers in understanding and managing their child's behavioral struggles. With a deep understanding of the impact of trauma on attachment, Valerie also holds a safe space for parents who have been affected by traumatic experiences. She recognizes that trauma often results in attachment disturbances, which can have long-lasting effects on individuals and their relationships. Valerie employs evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help families heal from the wounds of trauma and cultivate stronger, healthier attachments.