What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.76
Average wait time
4.65
Bedside manner
4.76
“Migdalia was very straightforward and helpful during my first session. She was attentive to detail and a great listener. Looking forward to our next session!”
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About Migdalia Valdes
Focus areas
Anxiety
Emotional Abuse
Behavioral Problems
Psychotherapy
Couples Therapy
Social Anxiety
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Culturally Sensitive
Multicultural
Interpersonal
Psychoanalytic
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
QueerLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Migdalia Valdes
Migdalia works with Aetna insurance as a network provider.
Migdalia works with individuals and couples interested in exploring their histories, allowing for an understanding of self, reflection and healing. Insight and communication are at the core of her work. She creates an emotionally honest and safe environment so that the vulnerability of self and self-care can safely continue. Migdalia's relational and insight-oriented approach respects each person's experience and perspective as unique, valid. She uses IOT and CBT modalities to help people understand and manage their histories, feelings, and goals.
Migdalia has the talent of holding people's struggles, confusion, and curiosity with tenderness, good energy, and humor. She will deeply explore your life, experiences, and lessons with you. Over time, Migdalia will help you understand yourself and the world around you, reconnecting and engaging in everyday life with more confidence.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Hello and Welcome. This box is for me to tell you about my style. I believe that I am as direct, honest and genuine a therapist as you can have. I am loyal to my clients and I assume they come to us, to Engage, to work on themselves with a desire to understand and grow. I am patient and promise that I will work with you with complete dedication and professionalism. Kind Regards.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
We work with a strength based approach and practice Insight Oriented Therapy. Together, we work on a safe verbal exchange using insight and psychotherapy, adding in the tools of mindfulness, CBT, Schema and other modalities to enrich your experience and growth. Essentially, we do the best we can to help in your goals, life and learning.
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In-network insurances
Migdalia Valdes, LCSW has +25 in-network plans.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $220 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $220 for 50 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
It is common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you many get partially reimbursed.
If needed, we offer some sliding scale options. Additionally, we file claims for you so that you can be reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork and ideally, we bring down your deductions as quickly as possible so as to access a simple and small co-pay.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- San Francisco State University, Master's in Social Work
- San Francisco Art Institute, Master's in Art and Photography
- Ithaca College (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
NPI number
1316228174
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.76
Wait time
4.65
Bedside manner
4.76
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Very kind doctor. She really listened to me. she is excellent.
March 22, 2023Maria N.Verified patient
Im so happy I talk to her good doctor I recommend it to anyone
June 30, 2022Ingrid C.Verified patient
Comfortable in my communication with her.
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Migdalia was very straightforward and helpful during my first session. She was attentive to detail and a great listener. Looking forward to our next session!
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Is Migdalia Valdes accepting new patients?
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What practice does Migdalia Valdes work with?
Migdalia Valdes works with Migdalia Valdes, LCSW.
What are common reasons for patients to see Migdalia Valdes?
Migdalia Valdes frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Couples Therapy, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Migdalia Valdes on their profile.
What languages does Migdalia Valdes speak?
Migdalia Valdes speaks English.
How do patients rate Migdalia Valdes in reviews?
21 patients have reviewed Migdalia Valdes. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.76/5. They have a 4.76/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.65/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.