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Vanessa Finley Counseling, PLLC
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  • Initial Consultation

    I offer a free 15 minute phone or video consultation to discuss your treatment needs, and to see if we are a good match for therapy.

    Individual Psychotherapy

    I offer Telehealth for all of my clients. All you need is a computer and a private comfy space for your session. No commute. No parking. Sessions will be performed through Simple Practice, a secure HIPPA compliant platform.

    At first, we'll review your life history. Will will identify patterns or events that stop you from living how you want and work to lessen their effect. Therapy usually starts weekly, then reduces to every other week or monthly as needed. Treatment is tailored to your goals and needs.

    Treatment Modalities

    EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a treatment that allows your brain to reprocess painful/traumatic memories and desensitize current triggers. While known for treating trauma, can also help identify and address underlying negative core beliefs that may be holding you back. These beliefs are often formed in childhood and can negatively impact self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being. This is a great treatment for those who have maybe done therapy in the past, but still feel “stuck.”

    I also draw on approaches from traditional talk therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a mindfulness-based psychotherapy that helps individuals accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions/choices aligned with their values, ultimately teaching psychological flexibility, resiliency, and living a more meaningful life. I believe it is important to treat the whole person, including movement, nutrition, sleep, rest, and play.

    Therapuetic Specializations

    • Trauma and PTSD

    • Grief and Loss

    • Relationship Issues

    • Mountain Professionals and athletes

    • Recovering from accidents, injuries, chronic pain

    • Adjustment and life transitions

    • Anxiety and Stress

    • Substance use issues

    Fees

    $150 per 50 minute session

    $230 per 90 minute session

    Monthly statements (superbills) are provided to submit to your insurance for out-of-network/PPO coverage on a monthly basis that you can submit for reimbursement if your plan covers mental health care.

    I accept employee mental health benefits through Lyra Health if your employer offers this benefit.

    I have a 24-hour cancellation policy. Your appointment time is reserved exclusively for you, and you will be responsible for the full session fee with less than 24 hour notice of cancellation. A credit card is kept on file for payments or late cancellations.

  • I graduated from the University of New York at Albany with a Masters Degree of Social Work in 2008 and a BA in Psychology in 2006. I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers.

    Washington State Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker # LW 60857731

    I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy through EMDRIA.

    I have completed Foundations of Couples & Family Therapy at the Ackerman Institute in NYC in 2013 and completed Gottman Level 1 training in 2023.

    Since 2008, I have worked as a mental health provider with people of all ages and backgrounds. I’ve worked in a variety of settings including outpatient mental health clinics, healthcare, in non-profit immigrant rights work, residential treatment centers, substance abuse programs, and residential foster care in NYC. I have provided individual, group, family therapy, and adventure therapy groups throughout my career.

    In 2013, I completed a 200-hr yoga teacher training, a 50-hr Ayurveda training, and specifically trained in trauma-informed yoga. In 2020, I also completed coursework on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to enhance client’s self-awareness through mindfulness and meditation.

  • I am an approved Clinical Supervisor in Washington state for post-master’s licensure.

    Through a collaborative, supervisory relationship I will expand and refine your knowledge and skills to build your confidence as a therapist.

    I love teaching and mentoring, and have worked as a clinical supervisor and an MSW field placement instructor through New York University.

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