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Hi! I am Valerie L. Rennon MSN, APRN, WHNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. I am a dual board certified nurse practitioner in both psychiatric mental health and women's health across the lifespan. I have been in practice for over a year now and my most recent experience has been in an underserved and underinsured area of downtown Detroit, MI.

I have also been an adjunct clinical instructor for RN students over the past 3 years. I am a graduate from Michigan State University, University of Colorado Anschutz, University of Texas Arlington and Colorado Mountain College. Having moved about the country for a bit, my husband of 18 years and I have established our home in MI with our two children, dog Curley and our bearded dragon Sami.

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Circle of Life Wellness Services, where I provide compassionate, whole-person care for adults and young adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. My work focuses on supporting people through emotional overwhelm, identity shifts, relationship changes, and the many adjustments that come with different seasons of life.

I have a special interest in women’s mental health and maternal mental health, including pregnancy, postpartum adjustments, caregiving stress, burnout, and balancing personal needs with family, relationships and professional responsibilities. I also support clients coping with grief and loss, life changes, and feeling “stuck” or disconnected from themselves.

At Circle of Life, I believe healing happens when you feel safe, supported, and seen. My goal is to walk alongside you as you move toward balance, clarity, and emotional wellness—at your own pace.

THE COOL, CALM, & COLLECTED COUNSELOR

I refer to myself as "City Made" and "Country Raised." I'm a native of Baltimore, Md and spent time in NC. I am now a resident of Detroit, Michigan.

I earned a B.A. in Psychology. My graduate education led to an M.A. in Counseling Psychology. I hold active licensures in Michigan, Ohio, and North Carolina. My experience includes licensures as a Clinical Supervisor in Substance Use & Addictions and an Independently Licensed Professional Counselor.

I am a Licensed Therapist with over two decades of experience, holding a Master’s degree in Social Work since 2003. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families from a wide range of ages, cultural backgrounds, socioeconomic statuses, and gender identities. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to supporting each client’s unique journey toward healing and personal growth.

Welcome! I’m a compassionate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (APRN, PMHNP-BC) with over 20 years of nursing experience and a Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, currently pursuing my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). I provide warm, supportive telehealth care for individuals of all ages, offering thoughtful, personalized treatment to meet your unique mental health needs.

I have 16 years experience as a clinical psychologist, with 8 years experience providing tele-mental health services. I earned my PhD in 2010 from the University of Wyoming. I completed pre-doctoral internship in 2010 and post-doctoral residency in 2011 within the Department of Veterans Affairs, with a Trauma/PTSD specialty. I have been fully and independently licensed since 2012, with expertise providing evidence based care for a variety of mental health conditions.

Hello! Welcome. I am truly glad you stopped by. I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, and I work with adults age 18 to 65 years old.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, please know you are not alone. This is a secure, non-judgmental space for individuals navigating:

• Anxiety & Depression
• ADHD & Bipolar Disorder
• Schizophrenia
• Alcohol Dependence

Together, we will discover a personalized treatment path that helps you reconnect with who you want to be

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, caught in patterns of overthinking, struggling with ADHD, navigating depression, or facing a major life transition, you’re not alone.

I have extensive experience supporting individuals struggling with anxiety and depression. I especially enjoy working with adults who are experiencing or preparing for major life transitions, whether related to relationships, career changes, personal growth, or shifting life roles. While I have worked with children and families in the past, my current focus and passion is working with adults.

Living by the motto: “BE THE PERSON YOU NEEDED WHEN YOU WERE YOUNGER” Mr. Harden has accomplished his lifelong goal of being a martyr for breaking the stigma between African-Americans and the counseling profession. Mr. Harden has a wide range of lived and clinical experience. He understands the stress, pressure, and trauma that one may have endured throughout their lifetime. He encourages being conscious of your mental health, and actively working on your self-care in this chaotic world. Mr. Harden would like to assist you in your journey, by being a confidential and a trustworthy support that will inspire you to be the best you.

Mr. Harden is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan. Mr. Harden graduated from Oakland University with a Master’s Degree in Counseling in 2007, and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology in 2002. With over 20 years of experience in the human service field, Mr. Harden has a wide range of clinical experience: Inpatient, Outpatient, Community Outreach, Group, Crisis Prevention, and Residential settings. He is currently seeking to provide Individual, Family and Relationship Counseling with Transition Family Services. Mr. Harden specializes in Adult and Childhood Trauma and Depression, Behavioral and Incorrigibility/Delinquency, Post Traumatic Stress, Substance Abuse and Dual Diagnosed consumers.

Mr. Harden is certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Child Mental Health Professional (CMHP), Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Michigan Addiction Fundamental Examination (MAFE), Parenting Through Change (Parent Management Training Oregon - PMTO).

As a therapist, I offer a nonjudgmental, compassionate space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences, emotions, and goals. I specialize in working with individuals navigating trauma, co-occurring disorders, and emotional dysregulation. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), which helps clients build skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.

I understand that healing is not linear—and that every person’s story is unique. Whether you're facing overwhelming emotions, struggling with addiction and mental health challenges, or trying to make sense of past trauma, I’m here to walk alongside you with empathy, respect, and clinical expertise.

Together, we’ll work toward greater self-understanding, resilience, and meaningful change.