Ilene Vallance

Ilene Vallance, LMSW, brings more than three decades of mental health experience to her work. She practices in Michigan and focuses on helping adults manage stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and life transitions. Her approach feels calm and nonjudgmental, and she works to create a space where people can speak honestly about what’s difficult for them.

Ilene uses several evidence-based methods in her work. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are offered to help with intense emotions and interpersonal effectiveness. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices are woven in to support values-based choices and present-moment awareness.

Her style is relaxed and validating. Sessions tend to focus on practical skills first, then on how to apply those skills to real life. She also helps people work through relationship tensions, parenting stress, grief, chronic illness challenges, and career or caregiving strain.

Ilene has spent years in both public and private settings, so she is familiar with a range of life situations and stressors. She offers flexible scheduling Monday through Thursday and some Saturdays. Readers should confirm current session options before booking.

People who are looking for a steady, skill-focused therapist may find her approach helpful. She encourages a collaborative process where goals are set together and progress is reviewed regularly.

Approaches and how they work in online therapy

Ilene uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT often includes specific exercises to try between sessions and works well for anxiety, depression, and stress. She also integrates Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication in tense moments.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness practices are used to notice difficult feelings without getting stuck and to choose actions that match personal values. These approaches can help when people are coping with grief, parenting strain, chronic illness, or ongoing mood challenges. Choice of approach is collaborative; the therapist will work with each person to pick methods that fit their goals and day-to-day life.

Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time, or have shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discuss scheduling needs and any preferences with the therapist to find an arrangement that supports ongoing work on anger, stress, and related concerns.