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Susan Valkenaar

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

mental health Monterey, CA Private Practice

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Overview

Level

Staff

Function

Healthcare

Tenure

5 years at Private Practice

Gender

Female

Connections

234

Position in HealthTal Database

59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Susan Valkenaar is one of them.
8,522 mental health professionals are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
2,526 contacts at Private Practice are tracked in HealthTal.
Typical mental health compensation in CA: $47,000 – $118,000 (median $68,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
Top employers of mental health professionals in CA: Private Practice (419), Kaiser Permanente (290), Sole Proprietor (278).
3% of mental health professionals in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
87% of mental health professionals in CA have verified education credentials on file.

Data refreshed July 2026.

Public records & verifications

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Education

JFK University

Master of Arts (M.A.)

2008

CSU Chico

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

1992

Skills

Mental Health Psychotherapy Dual Diagnosis Mental Health Counseling Post Traumatic Stress Mindfulness Counseling Psychology Cbt Group Therapy Family Therapy Crisis Intervention Individual Counselling Co Occurring Disorders Health Hipaa Project Management Risk Assessment Treatment Wellness Women's Issues Women's Health Addictive Disorders Addiction Recovery Software Quality Assurance User Acceptance Testing Financial Analysis Training Holistic Health Stress Management Play Therapy Anger Management Therapists Behavioral Health Psychology

About Private Practice

Industry

Mental Health Care

Office Location

Monterey Park, CA

Professional Overview

Susan Valkenaar is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, currently affiliated with Private Practice, based in Monterey, CA. As a mental health, Valkenaar contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Monterey, CA. They have been with Private Practice for 5 years. Valkenaar holds academic credentials, including Master of Arts (M.A.) and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), from JFK University and CSU Chico. Core competencies include Mental Health, Psychotherapy, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health Counseling, Post Traumatic Stress. Private Practice operates in the Mental Health Care sector. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Monterey, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Susan Valkenaar located?

Susan Valkenaar is based in Monterey, CA. They are currently affiliated with Private Practice.

What is Susan Valkenaar's specialty?

Susan Valkenaar specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Where does Susan Valkenaar currently work?

Susan Valkenaar currently works at Private Practice. They have been there for 5 years.

What is Susan Valkenaar's educational background?

Susan Valkenaar attended JFK University and CSU Chico.

How do I contact Susan Valkenaar for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a mental health professional?

Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.

What is the average salary for a mental health professional in CA?

mental health professionals in CA typically earn $47,000 to $118,000 annually, with a median of $68,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.