- Addictions support
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose work
About Vanessa
Vanessa Almy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee and Florida with 15 years of professional experience. She works with people facing addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and major life changes. Vanessa also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, codependency, and questions about life purpose.
Vanessa treats clients as the expert of their own story. She points out strengths people already have and helps them use those strengths to handle current challenges. Sessions involve straightforward conversation about what is happening now and practical steps to try between meetings.
Her approach emphasizes realistic problem-solving and reflective conversation. She helps people talk through patterns like impulsivity, control issues, or communication problems, and addresses feelings of guilt, shame, or isolation that often come with addiction and trauma.
Vanessa also supports people navigating divorce, separation, or recovery from domestic violence. She helps with coping after natural or human-caused disasters and with decisions about commitment and relationship boundaries.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Payment varies by location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Evidence-based techniques used in Vanessa's work include practical problem-solving and reflective talk. Practical problem-solving focuses on identifying specific obstacles and testing small, manageable changes to daily routines. This approach can help with impulse control, substance use patterns, and handling immediate stressors.Another common thread is attachment-informed conversation about how early relationships affect current behavior. These discussions look at patterns in communication, codependency, and commitment issues to help people notice what repeats and try new responses.
Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to figure out which methods fit a person's goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying one way for a few sessions and adjusting based on what helps.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a schedule, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, or reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to keep continuity when life changes make in-person visits difficult.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Florida, Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she focus on?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment issues, codependency, and life purpose.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She treats clients as the expert of their own story and uses reflective conversation and practical steps. Sessions look at current patterns and try manageable changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with people facing addiction, trauma, mood concerns, and life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and Florida and practices from Tennessee.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to start sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.