Meet Dr. Valerie Ogborn: Tucson-Based Clinical Psychologist

Hi, I’m Dr. Valerie Ogborn, a licensed clinical psychologist based in Tucson, Arizona. Outside of my work as a psychologist, I’m also a mama to a couple of kiddos, an avid gardener (when the Arizona sun allows), and I love kayaking, hiking the beautiful surrounding mountains, and practicing yoga. These activities help keep me grounded and connected—values I also bring into my clinical work.

I earned my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kansas in 2016 and have owned my private-pay psychology practice since 2018. I provide in-person therapy in Tucson, AZ, as well as virtual therapy for clients in Arizona, Kansas, and PSYPACT-participating states.

My Approach to Therapy

I use a variety of evidence-based therapy models to create a personalized treatment plan for each client. I frequently incorporate strategies from a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) perspective, which focuses on understanding how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and influence one another. I like to explore my clients’ unique thought and behavioral patterns and we work together to increase awareness around these patterns and begin to make changes, as needed, to improve overall well-being and reduce distress.

Under the umbrella of CBT, we may look at specific treatment modalities that are specifically tailored to your unique needs. For instance, I provide Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD as it is the gold-standard treatment approach for this disorder. Additionally, I am trained in CBT-Insomnia for clients who are struggling to fall/stay asleep or maintain a healthy sleep schedule.

Together, we explore patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, mood concerns, or feeling stuck, and work toward changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to support improved emotional well-being. I also integrate breathing and mindfulness-based techniques to promote nervous system regulation, insight, and meaningful progress in therapy.

My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your individual needs.

Specialized Care for Women During Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Motherhood

I have a strong passion for working with women who are pregnant, postpartum, or anywhere along their motherhood journey. I hold a Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C), a specialized credential focused on treating mental health concerns during the perinatal period.

I provide evidence-based care for:

  • Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders
  • Perinatal and postpartum OCD
  • Birth trauma
  • Grief and loss related to pregnancy or childbirth
  • Difficulty and stress around the transition to motherhood (it’s hard!)

Other Areas of Treatment

I also provide therapy for adults in the general population experiencing a range of mental health concerns, including:

  • Generalized anxiety disorder
  • Depression
  • Panic disorder
  • Phobias
  • Obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders (OCD)
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Insomnia

Therapy in Tucson & Telehealth Across PSYPACT States

I offer:

  • In-person therapy in Tucson, Arizona
  • Telehealth therapy for clients in Arizona, Kansas, and PSYPACT-participating states

My practice is private-pay only, allowing me to provide highly individualized care without insurance-related constraints.

Let’s Get Started

Please feel free to reach out to set up a 10-minute complementary consult call at (520)336-5119 or email me at DrOgborn@gmail.com.

Read more about me on my Psychology Today profile