Meet Our Therapists
At Valiant Minds Counseling, we believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the heart of healing. Our team is made up of compassionate, highly skilled clinicians who bring diverse perspectives and specialties, but a shared mission: to help every client rediscover resilience, self-compassion, and empowerment.
Each therapist at Valiant Minds provides evidence-based, trauma-informed care in an inclusive and affirming environment. We understand that reaching out for support is a brave step, and we’re honored to walk beside you on your path toward healing and growth.
Below, you’ll meet our team. We invite you to explore each therapist’s background to find the person who feels like the right fit for your journey.
Valerie McIntyre, LPC, ADHD-CCSP, CCATP
Owner & Lead Therapist
Valerie is the founder of Valiant Minds Counseling and a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in ADHD, trauma, and anxiety. With a compassionate and empowering approach, she helps adults and teens uncover their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and cultivate self-compassion. Valerie believes therapy should feel supportive, human, and empowering — a space where people feel seen, understood, and inspired to create meaningful change. [Learn More →]
Nikki O’Leary, LPC
Nikki is a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges. She provides a warm and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore personal growth, rebuild balance, and strengthen relationships. Nikki specializes in anxiety, relationship concerns, and major life transitions, combining solution-focused techniques and family systems therapy to help clients move toward lasting healing and emotional stability.
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Samantha (Sammie) Hunter, MA
Sammie is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who supports young adults and college students navigating anxiety, depression, identity exploration, and life transitions. She offers a safe, judgment-free space where clients can explore their emotions, build resilience, and develop practical coping tools. Sammie’s collaborative, strengths-based approach empowers clients to navigate uncertainty with confidence and self-compassion.
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Mary Ringgold, ALPC
Mary is an Associate Licensed Professional Counselor who brings over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She specializes in supporting women through major life transitions, including divorce, career changes, and evolving identities. With warmth and clarity, Mary helps clients release emotional burdens, reconnect with their inner strength, and move forward with purpose. Her approach blends CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed care in a compassionate, empowering way that encourages authentic growth.
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Erica Coulehan, LSW
Erica is a Licensed Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience supporting neurodiverse individuals and those managing anxiety, ADHD, and trauma. She creates a safe and collaborative space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and strengths. Erica uses evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and solution-focused therapy, tailoring each session to the client’s unique needs. She’s known for her warmth, humor, and practical strategies that help clients feel capable, grounded, and understood.
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Sam Kimball, LPC, NCC
Sam (they/them) is a Licensed Professional Counselor and trauma-informed therapist who provides an affirming, collaborative space for individuals exploring trauma recovery, grief, and identity. With deep empathy and expertise in LGBTQIA+ mental health, Sam helps clients reclaim their stories, develop emotional resilience, and live more authentically. Their approach integrates CBT, ACT, and narrative therapy to support lasting healing. Sam also serves as a doctoral candidate and university supervisor, advancing the field through trauma-informed and inclusive education. [Learn More →]
Catherine Fujii, LMFT, ADHD-CCSP
Catherine is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate transitions, improve communication, and strengthen relationships. Her approach is collaborative, affirming, and grounded in evidence-based care, including Gottman Method and DBT techniques. Catherine provides neurodivergent-affirming and LGBTQ+ inclusive therapy, supporting clients through anxiety, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and major life changes.
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Finding the Right Fit
Each therapist at Valiant Minds Counseling brings a unique approach and perspective, but all share the same goal: to help you feel supported, understood, and empowered.
If you’re ready to take the next step, fill out our secure intake form and let us help you connect with the therapist who’s the best fit for your needs