geometry-shapes iconAddiction, Life Transition, Trauma / PTSD, Caregivers, Seniors & Geriatric, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Spirituality
Online in Massachusetts
11 years in practice
Ages served: 6-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Vanessa accepts 30 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Compsych
Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Mass General Brigham (Optum)
Medicare Massachusetts
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Tufts Health Plan
Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$240
first session
$195
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Vanessa

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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. Are you struggling with low self-esteem? Have you lost a loved one and are unsure how to move on without them? I believe that everyone has a unique story and experience in life. My goal is to allow you to openly share your stressors, gain awareness, and assist you in building the confidence to find the solutions to your struggles. I will assist you in exploring your thought process and emotional patterns by using a series of techniques from various approaches. And I will create a secure atmosphere where you will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working towards achieving emotional independence.


My approach emphasizes and focuses on your personal growth. I support clients of all ages in making healthy decisions, minimizing negative stressors, overcoming obstacles, and developing more fulfilling lives. I work with clients who experience adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, multicultural/ethnic issues, faith-based challenges, grief, and or trauma.


It can be challenging to reach out and ask for support, but together we will come up with the best methods to create essential improvements in your life to help you become healthier. If you are struggling with one or more stressors, please schedule a free phone consultation to determine if my approach fits your needs.

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"I will create a secured atmosphere where clients will feel appreciated and will obtain the highest quality of care while working towards achieving emotional independence. "

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Get to know Vanessa

What types of clients to you work with best?

Individuals motivated to see change in their lives.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

Therapy is a two-way street that both the client and therapist are expected to work together to decrease or minimize the client`s issues.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

Its a wonderful company.

What inspires you?

Serving and connecting with others.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

I am interested in learning more about how I can assist their needs.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Understanding why they are seeking therapy at this point in their lives and what they are expecting from me. 

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Travel, read, photography.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I am here to assist them to the best of my ability.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesAddiction, Life Transition, Trauma / PTSD, Caregivers, Seniors & Geriatric, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Spirituality, Coping Skills, Anxiety, Depression, Grief
ApproachesChristian Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, Any / Eclectic, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma-Focused, Culturally Sensitive, Faith-Based Counseling, Multicultural
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Education and training

Years in practice
11 years
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1538735311
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State of practiceMA
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License number12602
Practice location

Practice information

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