Valerie Brodersen

Valerie Brodersen is an accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience in therapeutic recreation and program management. Since November 2008, Valerie has served as Director and Department Manager at CenterPointe Hospital, where notable contributions include fostering cross-functional partnerships and analyzing data for program improvement. Prior to this role, Valerie worked as Recreation Therapist I at Metropolitan St. Louis Psychiatric Center, providing leadership and collaboration in multidisciplinary teams. Valerie also held the position of Lead Recreation Therapist at St. Alexius Hospital - Jefferson Campus, where responsibilities included conducting needs assessments and developing treatment plans. Earlier in the career, Valerie worked as a Recreation Therapist at St John's Hospital. Valerie holds a Master of Public Health degree from Grand Canyon University and a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from Missouri State University.