Vanessa’s goal as a therapist is to help individuals and families uncover and utilize their personal strengths to overcome their challenges and achieve mental wellness. Through a variety of client-centered approaches she provides a safe space for clients to feel heard, understood, and respected. Using mindfulness and cognitive behavioral strategies, clients will foster a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors as they forge the path to mental wellness together.

With over 10 years of experience working with children and families, Vanessa helps clients to build positive communication, foster meaningful relationships, practice appropriate social skills, utilize healthy coping strategies, and establish and maintain healthy boundaries. Her knowledge and experiences working within the public school system as a credentialed school counselor help her to support students and families as they navigate education systems and services including 504 and IEP plans.

When Vanessa is not working, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and connecting with nature. Whether it is a short walk, hike, or a few mindful moments outside, she finds the outdoors to be particularly relaxing.