Valerie Alt, LCSW

Valerie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a MINT-certified Motivational Interviewing trainer with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. She brings extensive expertise in applying evidence-based therapeutic approaches across diverse clinical populations. As both a practicing clinician and professional trainer, Valerie understands the unique complexities of engaging clients who may be experiencing ambivalence about treatment or challenges with insight.

Her approach emphasizes the core principles of Motivational Interviewing—collaboration, evocation, and autonomy—while adapting these skills for the specialized needs of clinicians. Throughout her career, Valerie has provided individual therapy, trained healthcare professionals, and consulted with digital healthcare organizations to develop evidence-based interventions. She is passionate about equipping clinicians with practical MI skills that honor client autonomy while fostering therapeutic engagement.

• Member, Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT, 2015)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker — practicing clinician, 15+ years
• In-person and virtual trainings across the greater Bay Area