Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky, LCSW

Support for anxiety, relationships, and life transitions

Evidence based support
Culturally responsive care
Growth focused therapy

About Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky

Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky is a Florida-based Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), a credential that indicates advanced clinical training to provide mental health therapy. She supports people navigating stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and major life transitions, with an emphasis on understanding each client’s lived experience and what matters most to them.

Her work is grounded in creating an affirming, supportive space where clients can reflect on patterns, strengthen self-esteem, and move toward personal growth. Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky helps clients explore relationship dynamics, communication challenges, and the emotional impact of past experiences, including trauma and grief, while developing practical ways to cope with difficult feelings and everyday pressures.

Using evidence-based methods, she collaborates with clients to build resilience, clarify goals, and make changes that feel meaningful and sustainable. She is mindful of cultural context and personal identity, and aims to offer care that is empathetic, respectful, and responsive to diverse backgrounds.

Whether someone is feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for a new chapter, Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky offers steady guidance and a collaborative approach to help clients move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse GriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky have?

Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky has 15 years of experience providing therapy and support for a range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

Is Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky a licensed therapist?

Yes. Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License details: FL LCSW SW12551.

In which languages does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky provide therapy?

Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky located?

Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky is located in Florida.

How can I work with Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky as my therapist?

You can work with Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to get support between sessions.

Does Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky work with international clients?

No. Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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.

Evidence-Based Approaches, Delivered Online

Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky integrates structured, evidence-based therapy with a warm, person-centered style, helping clients address concerns like anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions in a way that fits their day-to-day lives.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It can help clients notice unhelpful patterns, practice new coping strategies, and build skills for managing stress, mood shifts, and self-esteem challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult emotions while taking steps aligned with personal values. It can be especially useful when clients feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in cycles of worry or avoidance. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and ongoing relationships can shape current needs, boundaries, and communication, which can be helpful for relationship concerns, trust, and intimacy-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Yuridia (Valerie) Polonsky works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what feels most supportive, adjusting the plan as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy offers multiple ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to access consistent support, maintain momentum between sessions, and fit therapy around work, family, or changing schedules.

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