Dr. Ayn Vallis, PsyD

Dr. Ayn Vallis, PsyD

Psychotherapist
VA
5.00
“I really like working with Dr. Vallis - she is down to earth, listens, asks me questions, asks me why I am doing things, asks me if I like the results and most importantly, she stays on track of the goal and the progress. I think she has been at this a long time because it seems she knows the answer to any question I have about anxiety, stress, sleep, emotional overwhelm, childhood patterns, relationships. She always says if she does not know he will tell me...I haven't' found something she doesn't know about yet. She does challenge me on my BS- which I like. I will say something and she will just say it back to me and ask me how it sounds. Of course, I don't like it. It's hard to hold myself accountable, so I am forever grateful that she is in my life because I have never felt like she judged me once. I am a much worse judge of myself. She is always just very kind to me and I always feel better after a session with her. If you can book a session- do it!”
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100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00
“I really like working with Dr. Vallis - she is down to earth, listens, asks me questions, asks me why I am doing things, asks me if I like the results and most importantly, she stays on track of the goal and the progress. I think she has been at this a long time because it seems she knows the answer to any question I have about anxiety, stress, sleep, emotional overwhelm, childhood patterns, relationships. She always says if she does not know he will tell me...I haven't' found something she doesn't know about yet. She does challenge me on my BS- which I like. I will say something and she will just say it back to me and ask me how it sounds. Of course, I don't like it. It's hard to hold myself accountable, so I am forever grateful that she is in my life because I have never felt like she judged me once. I am a much worse judge of myself. She is always just very kind to me and I always feel better after a session with her. If you can book a session- do it!”
GALess than 1 month ago
“you will love her. I was really very impressed. She is likely the most supportive, engaging and down-to-earth psychologist I have ever met with. She simplified psychological terms and was clear about the benefits of various treatment options. have also taken her mindfulness meditation class and that has helped my anxiety and anger more than words can say. She has been very proactive in helping me consider how all areas of my health are linked. She sent me to a pain management specialist after explaining how my pain was linked to my anger and sleep issues. She has even helped my wife better understand how some of the behavioral health challenges I face can show up in some of my communication issues. I consider myself quite fortunate to have met her, worked on my issues with her, learned from her and been inspired by her.”
MHLess than 1 month ago

About Dr. Ayn Vallis

Focus areas

Abandonment issues
Anger Management
Relationship Struggles
Adjustment Disorder
Intergenerational Trauma
Stress Management
Adult Psychotherapy
Racism Issues

Clientele seen

Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Christian Counseling
Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Straight

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American, Indigenous American or Alaska Native

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Ayn Vallis

I accept Aetna insurance only & private pay. The best therapy helps you identify what’s keeping you stuck and helps you make changes to do something about it. My style is direct, warm, down-to-earth and focused on progress. You won’t spend endless sessions rehashing the same old problem without solutions.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I can explain the patterns underneath anxiety or hypervigilance. I can walk you through improving your relationship with yourself so that your self-esteem rises and your self-worth returns. I will help you examine exactly what you had to learn to survive that painful childhood so you can transition from “survival mode” into “thriving mode”.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Talk Therapy is a vital part of your healing journey. Therapy can help you understand why all of your relationships end up in the same spot. When honest conversation and suggestions are combined with your willingness to be healthy and try new behaviors you will see positive changes. You will feel like yourself again, and that’s a great feeling. Let’s get your account set up in Headway…and then once verified, let’s get you scheduled.

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Dr. Ayn Vallis has +14 in-network plans.

More information on payments and coverage

I only accept Aetna Professional insurance.

Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Depression
Group Therapy
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Depression
Group Therapy
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Argosy University, Sarasota, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
  • Spark M. Matsunaga VA Medical Center, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
  • Brown University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • American Psychological Association

Awards and publications

  • A. T. Military Medical Center Commanders Coin for Service
  • A. T. Military Medical Center on the spot award for Service
  • Defense Health Agency Civilian Appreciation Award

NPI number

1972741668

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I really like working with Dr. Vallis - she is down to earth, listens, asks me questions, asks me why I am doing things, asks me if I like the results and most importantly, she stays on track of the goal and the progress. I think she has been at this a long time because it seems she knows the answer to any question I have about anxiety, stress, sleep, emotional overwhelm, childhood patterns, relationships. She always says if she does not know he will tell me...I haven't' found something she doesn't know about yet. She does challenge me on my BS- which I like. I will say something and she will just say it back to me and ask me how it sounds. Of course, I don't like it. It's hard to hold myself accountable, so I am forever grateful that she is in my life because I have never felt like she judged me once. I am a much worse judge of myself. She is always just very kind to me and I always feel better after a session with her. If you can book a session- do it!
you will love her. I was really very impressed. She is likely the most supportive, engaging and down-to-earth psychologist I have ever met with. She simplified psychological terms and was clear about the benefits of various treatment options. have also taken her mindfulness meditation class and that has helped my anxiety and anger more than words can say. She has been very proactive in helping me consider how all areas of my health are linked. She sent me to a pain management specialist after explaining how my pain was linked to my anger and sleep issues. She has even helped my wife better understand how some of the behavioral health challenges I face can show up in some of my communication issues. I consider myself quite fortunate to have met her, worked on my issues with her, learned from her and been inspired by her.
Dr. Vallis is amazing. She is the best and I have seen 5 or 6 other therapists in the past (social workers and psychologists). She helped me slow down long enough to realize the heavy burden that I had been carrying for so long. She listened to my goals and when I asked for specific things I could do right now- she gave me a list of things! I tried them, not all at once, but I tried them and they worked! And I am myself again. There is no real way I can thank her. She helped me to change my life for the better!
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Dr. Ayn Vallis frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Ayn Vallis on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Ayn Vallis speak?

Dr. Ayn Vallis speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Ayn Vallis in reviews?

3 patients have reviewed Dr. Ayn Vallis. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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