Clay Valentin, LCSW

manchester and online

(He/him/his)

Direct line for existing clients: 860-215-2177

“I’m exhausted. Not the kind of exhaustion that’s fixed with sleep, but the kind that builds up slowly. It’s settled into my soul like a weighted shackle. A constant drag underneath everything. Everyday I just try to go through the motions — keeping up with school, showing up to work, hanging out with friends, attending family gatherings, holding space for my partner who’s struggling — doing all the things that make me look “together.” What gnawed at me most today was that sinking feeling again — like I’m drifting aimlessly in life and struggling to keep my head above water. I can’t keep living like this, but I don’t know how to help myself.”

Hi there, I want to start off by saying that I see how hard you’ve been trying. Trying to hold yourself — and maybe others — together. Uncertain of who you are beneath the layers of coping and performing. You don’t have to continue navigating the ebbs and flows of life alone.

My Approach:

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Connecticut with five years of experience working in the mental health field. As an openly transgender Puerto Rican man, I love opportunities to work alongside other people in the LGBTQ+ and latinx communities. I have extensive experience working with adolescents and young adults navigating day-to-day stressors, anxiety, depression, identity, self-esteem, gender dysphoria, trauma, and family conflict. 

As a fellow human navigating the ebbs and flows of life, I strive to always operate from a place of authenticity, non-judgement, and humility. In our work together, I consider my role to be to walk alongside you, offering a warm, affirming, and collaborative healing space where you can exist authentically, unpack the things that feel too heavy to carry alone, and reclaim your power to create meaningful, sustainable change. 

Embarking on the path to healing and change can feel quite daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re navigating a specific challenge or seeking greater clarity and connection in your life, I’m here to support you. When you’re ready, I welcome you to reach out. Let’s take the next step, together.

Does insurance cover the cost of therapy sessions?

At this time, I take Husky/Medicaid and Optum/Connecticare/United. I am also in the paneling process with Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth and Anthem BCBS. I also work with out-of-network (OON) benefits and I offer a self-selecting sliding scale.

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