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Vanessa Gonzalez

Therapist
9 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience working with children, teens, families, and adults, as well as experience as the director of an outpatient mental health and substance use clinic in NYC.

My experience in a myriad of settings and with diverse populations has helped me develop a very eclectic approach to therapy, as I have learned that one size does not fit all.

My approach to therapy

My treatment approach is collaborative and supportive to help empower individuals to reach their treatment goals. I am warm and nonjudgmental, and I often utilize humor and unconditional positive regard to help individuals let their guard down. In this approach, I also integrate evidence based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and traditional psychotherapy approaches.

What you can expect from me

I believe that feelings good takes practice, and that is what I am here to assist with. My goal with our sessions is to provide you with the support, guidance and the tools needed to make effective change.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Humorous, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    9 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at New York University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Stress management, Anger management, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Psychoanalytic, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
Next available: Jun 23