Vanessa Souza

My communication style

I am direct, open-minded, and non-judgmental in my communication style. I am casual in my approach and understand that you are joining me in therapy from your home. Feel free to make yourself comfortable while respecting our time together.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was a social worker working in residential and daycare, and health education. I realized there was a lack of available therapists who could understand the needs of caregivers and people with chronic illness, and I felt like I could help fill that gap.

My goals for you

I understand that you come to therapy with goals of your own and that you are the expert in uncovering what you want out of your life. We will discuss your goals together and create a plan that is reasonable and attainable. This may include strategies such as homework and multiple small, achievable goals along the way.

Our first session

Our first session is a low-stress time to get to know one another. We will talk about what brought you to seek therapy, and what your high-level, blue-sky goal is for our time together. The first session is really about beginning to build a trusting relationship going forward and making sure we are a good fit.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White