Hello and Welcome
My name is Vanessa, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15yrs experience; Licensed in the states of Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, New Hampshire, South Carolina . Originally from New York, I graduated with my bachelors and masters degrees from Florida International University, and have lived in Florida for nearly 20 years, with my family.
My clinical background in Mental Health began as an undergrad and continued through grad school, working for the public sector for the Department of Children & Families where I worked with children, the elderly in skilled nursing facilities and with adolescents in group homes. I then went on to work and provide services that include counseling and advocacy for oncology patients at one of the largest cancer hospitals in South Florida. In addition to this, I have also worked with adults in inpatient rehab for substance abuse and court ordered treatment and served outpatient clients in the LGBTQ community.

My goal is to teach and educate my clients on their mental health to help them get back to a normal they are comfortable with and can function with in their daily life.

My approach is to leave meds as a last resort, I have a clinical nursing background so I like to learn what else is going on, and if meds are needed I will work in conjunction with a prescribing physician to ensure everyone is on the same page.