As a licensed therapist in Louisiana, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on compassionate, culturally-responsive care that honors each person's unique journey. I have extensive experience helping clients work through challenges like depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.
My therapeutic practice focuses on empowering individuals to develop deeper self-understanding, improve communication, and cultivate resilience. I'm particularly passionate about addressing issues related to self-esteem, depression, anxiety, workplace dynamics, and personal growth. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and develop meaningful strategies for healing.
I understand that seeking therapy takes courage, and I'm committed to walking alongside you with respect, empathy, and genuine care. Together, we can work to transform challenges into opportunities for personal growth and emotional well-being.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Caregiver issues and stress, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
LA LPC 7402
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Vanessa has helped me very much in the couple of sessions of live chat I’ve had! She has helped me get closure on a life event and brought to my attention to not be angry. The anger has been what was holding me back from moving forward! Highly recommend her!
Written on Feb 05, 2026 after therapy with Vanessa for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I am happy and grateful for Vanessa.
Written on Jan 18, 2025 after therapy with Vanessa for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd