- ACT techniques
- CBT tools
- Emotion work
About Vanessa
Vanessa Broughton is an LPC-MH (Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health) with eight years of clinical experience. She works in Delaware and with people who live in Pennsylvania, helping with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and life transitions. She lists young adult issues among her areas of focus and commonly addresses workplace and career worries as well.
She prefers straightforward, practical work in sessions. Vanessa uses methods from cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different actions. She also incorporates client-centered and emotionally-focused ideas to improve communication and connection in relationships.
Sessions often include setting simple, achievable goals and practicing skills between meetings. People might work on managing overwhelm, handling anger, coping after loss, or making changes related to substance use or mood conditions. She also supports those dealing with postpartum depression, seasonal mood shifts, and ADHD-related struggles.
Vanessa pays attention to family of origin patterns and how they affect current choices. She helps people clarify life purpose and make decisions about careers or schooling. Practical problem solving and skills practice are mixed with time to process feelings.
She offers coaching-style work alongside psychotherapy for people wanting clearer direction or structure. Sessions are conducted in English, and she does not take international clients. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Vanessa draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy in her work. CBT focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and learning skills to change patterns of behavior, which can be practiced between sessions. ACT emphasizes values-based action and noticing painful thoughts without being ruled by them, useful for making real-life changes and handling uncertainty.Finding the right approach is part of the process. She will review your goals and preferences and recommend which methods to try first. That decision is collaborative and can shift as goals or circumstances change.
The therapist's biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings around study, work, or commuting by removing travel time. Some formats also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, or sessions without video when bandwidth or camera time is difficult. These practical choices help therapy fit into everyday life rather than adding extra obligations.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Delaware
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, addictions, grief, and life changes. Young adult concerns like starting careers or leaving home are included in her focus areas.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She mixes cognitive behavioral techniques with acceptance and commitment ideas and client-centered listening.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working with adults on mood, coping, and career-related concerns.
What credential and region does she practice in?
She holds the LPC-MH credential and practices in Delaware, with work that also reflects Pennsylvania clients mentioned in her background.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know whether video, phone, or in-person visits are available.
How are fees handled?
Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Pricing details should be checked during sign-up.
How do I begin working with her?
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