Dr. Valerie Zeiger, LPC

Empathetic counselor for healing and meaningful change

Stress and anxiety support
Trauma and grief care
Burnout and compassion fatigue

About Dr. Valerie Zeiger

Dr. Valerie Zeiger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Alabama with 15 years of experience supporting adults through challenges such as stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and compassion fatigue or burnout.

She approaches therapy with empathy and a forward-looking focus, helping clients reconnect with their strengths and move toward a life that feels more meaningful. Dr. Zeiger views each person as the expert on their own story and works collaboratively to identify the patterns, beliefs, and emotional responses that may be keeping them stuck.

Although the past cannot be changed, therapy can create space to better understand what has happened, respond differently in the present, and make choices that align with what matters most. Dr. Zeiger uses an integrative style tailored to each client, and she teaches simple self-regulation skills designed to interrupt intense body-based stress responses and support a return to comfort. She aims to offer steady support as clients take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Compassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Coping with life changes ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Valerie Zeiger have?

Dr. Valerie Zeiger has 15 years of professional experience providing therapy and support.

Is Dr. Valerie Zeiger a licensed therapist?

Yes. Dr. Valerie Zeiger is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her Alabama license is listed as AL LPC LPC03877.

In which languages does Dr. Valerie Zeiger provide therapy?

Dr. Valerie Zeiger provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Valerie Zeiger located?

Dr. Valerie Zeiger is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Dr. Valerie Zeiger as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Valerie Zeiger through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Valerie Zeiger work with international clients?

No. Dr. Valerie Zeiger does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Valerie Zeiger cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well Online

Dr. Valerie Zeiger draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted effectively to online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It can be useful when stress, anxiety, depression, or daily overwhelm are affecting mood, routines, and relationships, by helping clients practice new ways of thinking and responding.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes building psychological flexibility - learning to make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most. This approach can be especially helpful when clients feel stuck, burned out, or weighed down by painful experiences and want to move forward with purpose.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationship patterns can shape current connections, boundaries, and emotional needs. It can support clients navigating relationship stress, abandonment concerns, or challenges with trust and closeness.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Zeiger collaborates with clients to choose strategies that fit their goals, preferences, and what feels most supportive as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy also makes it easier to access care in a format that fits real life. Clients can meet by video calls or phone sessions, and they can use live chat or text-based messaging for added flexibility between scheduled appointments.

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