Vanessa Vargas is a licensed professional counselor dedicated to fostering change and healing through talk therapy. She creates a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where her clients can realize their aspirations. Her therapeutic approach uniquely combines psychodynamic, humanistic, and interpersonal therapies, always honoring her clients' cultural identities and values. Vanessa integrates mind/body-based practices in her sessions to help individuals manage stress and deepen their connection to themselves and others. She is adept at assisting her clients in recognizing barriers, maximizing strengths, and cultivating self-compassion through empathy and genuineness. Vanessa's professional interests lie at the intersection of culture, identities, and spirituality in relation to mental wellness. With advanced training in specialized trauma treatments, such as exposure therapy, she is particularly passionate about trauma work and actively seeks to reduce the stigma often associated with traumatic experiences. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Vanessa offers counseling and psychotherapy in both languages, ensuring inclusivity for her diverse client base.