Vanessa Ibarra

In 2011, I began my professional journey in assisting others. My passion for helping others navigate the difficulties of life led me to becoming a therapist. Through therapy, I am able to collaborate with my clients, helping guide them through issues impacting their lives by using their strengths to empower them.

I believe we all have the ability to make changes and adapt as needed. We are resilient beings. My approach to working with you will be individualized and set to what you need, at the pace you need.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in trauma and grief interventions, focusing primarily on complex trauma cases with individuals of all ages.

License:

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor (LCSW-S) TX – 66204

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from The University of Texas – Austin
• Master of Science in Social Work from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Certified/Trained In:

• Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Cognitive Processing Therapy
• Sand Tray Therapy
• Trauma-Grief Component Therapy for Adolescents
• Child Centered Play Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing

Languages:

• English
• Spanish

To me, the most important part of therapy is making sure we are a good fit for each other. My approach to therapy focuses on getting to know who you are and what has led to the problem. I also believe in some humor along the way.

I tend to see the best in others and this helps me work from a strengths-based perspective to help you achieve your goals.

In therapy, I use a variety of approaches to help my clients get to where they need to be.

In our first session, I will focus primarily on the reason you are seeking therapy and your history. I try to gather as much information as possible, so if you are not normally talkative, expect to be asked a lot of questions. I like to create an atmosphere where you feel comfortable talking to me and sharing a bit about who you are beyond the problem, too.