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Valinda Harlan

​ LMHC, LPC, LPCC

Welcome to Bright Future Counseling, an inclusive, personable therapy practice in Vancouver, Washington. I’m Valinda Harlan (she/her). As a licensed mental health counselor, I strive to create a safe, non-judgemental space for all types of couples and individuals.

HEAL from the past, CHANGE in the present, HOPE for the future.

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Areas of Expertise

Bright Future Counseling specializes in helping couples with conflict and communication issues, broken trust and infidelity, low emotional intimacy, or sexual dissatisfaction. By attending couples counseling, you’re taking the first step towards repairing your relationship.

Additionally, I treat individuals who experience anxiety, depression, relationship, or sexual issues to help increase confidence, improve decision-making, and achieve growth and wellness.

COUPLES COUNSELING

Communication • Intimacy • Sexual Health • Infidelity • Trust Issues

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

Anxiety • Depression • Relationship Issues • LGBTQIA+ 

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Counseling Process

INITIATE

Take the first step toward healing and positive change. Visit our contact page to make an appointment.

INTAKE

Connect with your counselor and work together to set therapeutic goals.

EXPLORE

Address difficulties, gain insight, and rebuild relationships through personable counseling.

EVALUATE

Reflect on your growth and set new goals to become the best version of yourself.

How Does Therapy Work?

Bright Future Counseling uses effective tools and techniques to navigate challenges, work towards healing, and achieve personal growth. My customized approach is empathic and straightforward, able to adapt to your values, goals, and personality.

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Couples Therapy

Learn about some relationship issues we can address in couples counseling.

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Individual Therapy

There’s hope for positive change. See how individual therapy can help you.

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LGBTQIA+ Therapy

See how our counseling helps affirms and advocates for all people and relationships.

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Religious Abuse

Help heal and address spiritual issues with counseling. 

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Need more time before reserving your first appointment?

Call or text me at 360-831-2345, and I’ll return your voicemail or text usually the same day or within 24 hours.

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Cost for Couples & Individuals, In-Person or Telehealth

Bright Future Counseling does not accept insurance, but can provide paperwork for you to submit possible out-of-network reimbursement.

No insurance accepted

 $225  FOR EACH   50-MINUTE  SESSION

Payment is due at the time of service.

A need-based discount is available upon request.

​PAYMENTS ACCEPTED: CREDIT, DEBIT, CASH, HSA, VENMO, CASH APP

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"She's very empathetic, funny, and professional.  My partner and I appreciate how she's direct and kind.  Her therapeutic approach is great; she won't try to put you in a box."

Suzie Castaldo

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