Vanessa Gamache, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Vanessa!

I'm passionate about supporting individuals, young adults, and adolescents navigating relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, transition, and grief. I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship as a catalyst for meaningful change.

My focus

I have found my style and approach work best with individuals, young adults, and adolescents who may be experiencing relationship issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, transition, and grief. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where you can explore thoughts and feelings.

My approach

I use an integrative approach that includes cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, and dialectical behavioral therapy. These modalities allow me to tailor my work to meet your unique and individual needs.

My communication style

In our sessions, you can expect a calm, non-judgmental space to explore feelings. My goal is to support and help you discover practical strategies and tools to understand yourself and to better navigate life’s complexities that can feel overwhelming. I strive to create an environment where you feel fully seen and heard as you share your experiences

My journey to mental healthcare

My attraction to the mental health profession started when I sought out therapy and found ways to overcome major obstacles. This brought more peace and contentment to my life. I understand the journey to a more balanced life and hope to assist others in finding theirs.

My goals for you

My approach to goal setting is client-centered. We work together to discover what you'd like to accomplish during our time together. This begins with building trust and understanding your needs. Over time, we work collaboratively to set goals and track our progress.

Our first session

The first session is about us building an initial connection that helps me get a better understanding and sense of what we will be focused on. What you can expect is you sharing how you have been feeling lately, and me asking questions to better understand you. Each individual is unique in their experience and emotional responses.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from University of San Francisco.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Vanessa Gamache