Staci Vanzant, LCSW, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Staci!

Welcome, I’m an LCSW and NBC-HWC. I help busy, overwhelmed adults reconnect with themselves, reduce anxiety, and feel more grounded through a mindful, compassionate approach to therapy and wellness.

My focus

I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burned out, or disconnected from themselves—especially caregivers, professionals, and high achievers who are used to taking care of everyone else first. My clients struggle with stress, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or feeling like they’ve “lost themselves.” I help them slow down, understand.

My approach

I take a warm, collaborative, and mindful approach to therapy. I combine evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and self-compassion with a focus on the mind-body connection. Together, we’ll uncover what’s behind your stress or emotional pain, build practical tools for daily life, and help you feel more grounded, authentic, and in control.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I’m honest but gentle, and I’ll always meet you with empathy, curiosity, and without judgment. I ask thoughtful questions, reflect on what I hear, and offer practical insight rather than quick fixes. Clients often say they feel safe, supported, and truly heard in our sessions.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist after seeing firsthand how stress and trauma quietly pull people away from who they are. I was drawn to creating a space where people feel seen and safe. Over time, I trained in mindfulness and wellness to help clients heal, reconnect with themselves, and live with more ease and intention.

My goals for you

Together, we set realistic, meaningful goals and break them into manageable steps. Throughout therapy, I offer guidance, accountability, and practical tools while regularly checking in on progress and making adjustments as life shifts. My goal is to help clients create lasting change, not just short-term relief.

Our first session

In our first session, we focus on building rapport and creating a safe, comfortable space. I’ll ask about what brought you to therapy, your current struggles, and what you hope to gain. There’s no pressure...just conversation, understanding, and beginning to outline what support could look like.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Gottman Method

Mindfulness-Based

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Dialectical (DBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Body Positivity

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem
Arlo

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Indiana University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Staci Vanzant