Vanessa Simonetta

Introducing

I (she/her) have a passion for helping people of all ages with their mental health and wellness needs. I'm registered with the British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors, hold a BFA from OCADU, a Masters Diploma in Art Therapy from VATI and a Masters of Arts in Counseling and Psychotherapy from Yorkville University.

Upon graduating from VATI with a designation as a professional art therapist, I have worked with various populations, age groups, and cultural identities. Using a person-centered approach, exceptional listening skills, mindfulness techniques, and a deep understanding of cultural competency, I work to create an excellent rapport with my clients to help them meet their goals.

I have worked in multiple educational settings to support various students and clients with socio-emotional needs, educational support, and mental health. Working in these settings, I have been able to understand the complexities of neurodiversity, and have built skills in executive functioning, restorative justice, and literacy. Building trust with students and clients, I have been able to support their various needs by using positivity, open-mindedness, and humour.

I work with a strengths-based lens with all clients, and I utilize skills and tools from cognitive behavioural therapy, expressive therapy, and solution-focused therapy to best serve my clients. I have worked with burn-out, life changes/transitions, depression, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, trauma, family relationships, bipolar disorder and neurodiverse clients.

I can’t wait to meet you.

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