Vanessa Smith

LCSW See Beyond Therapy, LLC
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Bipolar Disorder,
In network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optum, Tufts Health Plan, Carelon Behavioral Health

Introduction

Meet Vanessa Vanessa works with adolescents and young adults as they navigate the challenges of growing up, managing emotions, building relationships, and adjusting to life’s changes. She understands that everyone’s experiences are different and believes in helping clients recognize their strengths, develop practical coping skills, and feel more confident in themselves. Her approach to therapy is individualized, strengths-based, and grounded in evidence-based practices. Vanessa draws from a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-focused therapy, and behavioral interventions. She also incorporates individualized coaching to help clients build emotional regulation, improve executive functioning, manage stress, and work toward meaningful personal goals. Vanessa has a special interest in working with anxiety, depression, attention and executive functioning challenges, life transitions, family dynamics, and relationship concerns. She strives to create a supportive, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and LGBTQIA+-affirming environment where clients feel heard, respected, and accepted for who they are. Her goal is to help each client better understand themselves, build resilience, and develop the skills they need to navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence and self-awareness.

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCSW #CSW03956 (RI)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Families
  • Groups

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Vanessa Smith accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Optum
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Carelon Behavioral Health

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fee Description $0

Locations

See Beyond Therapy LLC - telehealth video

FAQ

Is Vanessa Smith accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Vanessa Smith is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Vanessa Smith offer telehealth appointments? Vanessa Smith does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Vanessa Smith specialize in? Vanessa Smith specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Child or Adolescent, College Mental Health, Coping Skills, Depression, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation (DMDD), Multicultural Concerns, School Issues, Self Esteem, Social Anxiety, and Trauma.
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