Vanessa DeMito
MA, LCPC, PsyD CANDIDATE (SHE/HER)
Vanessa seeks to help clients grow through all of life’s difficult transitions. Vanessa’s passion is adolescents and adults explore their thoughts and emotions. Vanessa brings her optimism, kind demeanor, and non-judgement to create a comfortable environment for her clients.
About Vanessa
Vanessa comes to Thrive Postpartum, Couples and Family Therapy with a passion for helping her clients navigate life’s difficulties by providing the tools necessary for growth. Vanessa wants to help her clients become the best versions of themselves.
She has in-depth knowledge in crisis counseling due to her experience working in the adult and adolescent emergency room as well as working on the adult behavioral health inpatient unit.
Vanessa has also completed the 3-day advanced training in the assessment and treatment of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) through Postpartum Support International. Vanessa will be taking the (PMAD) certification exam in the near future. Vanessa is a member of Postpartum Support International.
CERTIFICATIons:
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) - Vanessa has successfully completed all requirements established by Evergreen Certifications and gained the status of CCTP.
Vanessa is well versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and uses these techniques throughout her client progress.
She enjoys working with individuals from various backgrounds and strives to understand each person’s unique perspective.
Vanessa graduated from Judson University with her masters in Mental Health Counseling. She also has her nursing assistant certification.
Vanessa is currently working towards her PsyD in Leadership and Development at Walden University.
In her free time, Vanessa loves playing video games, crafting, camping, and reading. Vanessa also does special effects makeup when she can; halloween is her favorite holiday. Vanessa has a teenage son who aspires to be a chef and writer and two cats named Loki and Salsa.