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Vanessa Brown, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Vanessa is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Vanessa. View 29 reviews
Great news, Vanessa is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Oklahoma

Recent reviews

Vanessa is very attentive to my needs and offers solutions and listens to me. She asks questions when necessary and makes great suggestions and helps me to get through things.

Reviewed May 2024

I love Vanessa's energy, ability to listen, and how straight forward and caring she was. I was nervous to try Betterhelp, but she has made the experience wonderful.

Reviewed February 2024

More about Vanessa

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a licensed clinical social worker psychotherapist licensed in Oklahoma with over 5 years of experience in the field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, personality disordered, OCD, ADHD & end of life. I also helped individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional traumas.

My therapy style is client directed, empathy based and engaging. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Self esteem Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Co-morbidity Codependency Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Intellectual disability Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Vanessa Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710229612.

  • LCSW · Oklahoma · 6241 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Vanessa Brown

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Helpful Helped Amazing Comfortable Recommend Great listener Attentive Grateful

Vanessa is very attentive to my needs and offers solutions and listens to me. She asks questions when necessary and makes great suggestions and helps me to get through things.

Reviewed May 2024

I love Vanessa's energy, ability to listen, and how straight forward and caring she was. I was nervous to try Betterhelp, but she has made the experience wonderful.

Reviewed February 2024

Vanessa Is a great listener and helps me doesn’t resolve issues that come up in my life and

Reviewed December 2023

Vanessa Brown is awesome and definitely an expert in her field. She not only listens to your needs, she also provides solutions and sometimes reading material or pertinent information to help you with what you were going through.

Reviewed August 2023

I hopped around on Betterhelp a few times before finding Venessa. She is lovely, kind and helpful. She remembers details and really listens. She also makes makes sure to periodically check in with the goals I set at the begining and add to it ir check some off.

Reviewed July 2023

Vanessa is very good at what she does and listens well and presents resolve.

Reviewed February 2023

Vanessa has been a very good listener She is supportive and kind. She helped me through a stressful spot in my life and I am grateful for her services.

Reviewed August 2022

Vanessa is fantastic. She's respectful, understanding, patient and gives honest feedback. She asks questions that make me think more in depth about what I'm doing or thinking, and is flexible with appointments if the regular schedule can't accomodate. Extremely helpful all around!

Reviewed August 2022

She's the best!

Reviewed July 2022

Vanessa has been a great listener, along with very empathetic. I feel like she really understood why I was feeling the way I was, and didn't try to dismiss those feelings. She gave me some great advice on how to manage my emotions, especially the negative ones, to help me cope better. I'd highly recommend her.

Reviewed July 2022

From the first session Venessa didn't join Disappointed Disappointed Why is that

Reviewed July 2022

Vanessa Brown is a great therapist. She listens and gives great feedback and ways to work through your issues. I would highly recommend working with Vanessa.

Reviewed July 2022

Vanessa is great, really good therapist

Reviewed June 2022

She helps to give me practical guides and advice to follow and apply. She helps to hold me accountable by sending me educational worksheets or podcasts that may help me through what I’m dealing with at the time. For me hands on learning helps and I feel she takes time to find tools for me to use. Highly would suggest her someone looking for a push in yourself but not someone who gives you the answers.

Reviewed June 2022

I love Vanessa she’s absolutely amazing she listens to me gives advice and has helped me so much with my anxiety

Reviewed May 2022

Vanessa is great! She’s a great listener, very attentive, understanding, and helps me understand things. She’s been amazing, I’m so glad I got on Betterhelp.

Reviewed April 2022

So far I have met Vanessa three times and feel comfortable in her presence and really like the direction that we are moving forward in.

Reviewed April 2022

Vanessa is wonderful to talk to and an excellent listener. She's very kind and really helps you think about both the individual issues and the whole scope of things. I'm very fortunate to be working with her on everything.

Reviewed March 2022

She has been very helpful and supportive.

Reviewed March 2022

I am so grateful for Vanessa. She has helped me to identify the underlying emotions and repeating thoughts patterns that I’m struggling with. Her poignant questions help me to reflect on what I’m doing so that I can figure out how I can change these patterns. Thank you Vanessa!

Reviewed March 2022

I was initially skeptical of this online help, I haven't been doing it for very long with betterhelp but I certainly feel better and I enjoy our sessions just to unwind. Though i don't imagine I will find a quick fix for my mental health conditions just talking them through seems to help a bit, it is certainly cheaper and healthier than drink or drugs. I'm really glad I tried it out. Thanks a million Vanessa using this site was a great choice. And I am glad I found you.

Reviewed February 2022

miss vanessa helped me with my self steem, her workeets are things that help a lot!

Reviewed February 2022

Vanessa is a very good listener with evident knowledge and experience, this was my third session with her and I already feel we are successfully heading towards my therapy objectives.

Reviewed February 2022

Vanessa, is a very valuable help! Very good listener! Thank you Vanessa!

Reviewed February 2022

Vanessa listened to everything I had to say and provided really useful feedback and worksheets which really helped. I never felt judged when speaking with Vanessa.

Reviewed January 2022

She has been amazing so far asks some tough questions but is helping me get through some very difficult stuff in my life she listens and is very helpful.

Reviewed January 2022

My provider is very helpful and offers more than I expected coming in to this service. She makes the time and is flexible to scheduling. Her insights are very beneficial and I'm glad I was able to be matched to someone I feel confident in and comfortable with, since not all providers are the same.

Reviewed January 2022

She has been very considerate, consistent and respectful of my time and feelings. I needed a therapist who held me accountable as well as challenges me to think of new thoughts and perspectives. I believe Vanessa is helpful at creating the vision and actions you’re wanting to get from therapy and I feel as if I’m gaining the tools to help with positive progression in my life. Im thankful to have a therapist like her and would recommend her to anyone looking to seek a more positive experience from therapy.

Reviewed January 2022

It’s only been two sessions but I feel comfortable talking about anything with Vanessa. I look forward to addressing my ongoing concerns with her.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vanessa Brown offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Vanessa Brown works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Vanessa Brown speak?

Vanessa Brown speaks English.

How many years of experience does Vanessa Brown have?

Vanessa Brown has 10 years of experience.

Where is Vanessa Brown licensed to practice?

Vanessa Brown is licensed to practice in Oklahoma.

Does Vanessa Brown accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Vanessa Brown does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Vanessa Brown offer?

Vanessa Brown offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Vanessa Brown?

Vanessa Brown can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Vanessa Brown?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.