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Vanessa Heim, LPCC

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 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Mexico and Virginia

Recent reviews

Vanessa has helped me to learn how to be mindful & effective of the ways I can help & understand my own feelings thoughts & emotions. The tools she offers me have been effectively guiding me to a healthier me.

Reviewed April 2024

Wonderful experience and look forward in continuing!

Reviewed March 2024

More about Vanessa

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPCC, LPC

I am a licensed in Virginia and New Mexico with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with anxiety, depression, bi-polar, and thought disorder. I am trained in cognitive therapies for trauma, CPT (Cognitive Processing Therapy) for PTSD. I have many years of experience teaching coping skills in DBT, (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). My approach is mind/ body focused, and based in mindfulness. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Paranoia

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Licenses

Vanessa Heim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013349190.

  • LPCC · New Mexico · CTB-2022-0754 · Expires September 2025
  • LPC · Virginia · 0701005425 · Expires June 2025

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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Vanessa Heim

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

Overall rating:

5.0

10 reviews

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Clients mention: Wonderful Helped Helpful Recommend Understanding Anxiety Comfortable Empathetic Excellent Genuine

Vanessa has helped me to learn how to be mindful & effective of the ways I can help & understand my own feelings thoughts & emotions. The tools she offers me have been effectively guiding me to a healthier me.

Reviewed April 2024

Wonderful experience and look forward in continuing!

Reviewed March 2024

Vanessa is the sweetest I love working with her. She’s very kind and understanding as well.

Reviewed December 2023

Vanessa is wonderful and great at giving positive and helpful feedback! She is highly empathetic and I always leave my calls with her feeling better than when I started.

Reviewed November 2023

She is very responsive, understanding of my issues, and takes the time to get to know how I learn and what kind of tools work for me. She's very genuine and I feel so comfortable talking through things with her.

Reviewed September 2023

Vanessa has made therapy very approachable and helps me set and reach realistic goals for my mental health. I look forward to our sessions every week and highly recommend her to anyone looking for help.

Reviewed May 2023

Vanessa is wonderful! She listens and offers very helpful feedback. She has already introduced me to several techniques that have helped make a difference with my anxiety.

Reviewed May 2023

Excellent person.

Reviewed January 2023

I'm still new to working with Vanessa but the few sessions we've had so far have given me a lot of hope and challenged me in the most positive way. I look forward to our sessions and highly recommend her to anyone who wants to feel heard and is ready to feel and THINK better about themselves.

Reviewed November 2022

Vanessa nd I have had 2 sessions so far and I feel a connection - her follow ups to our discussions (articles, podcasts, apps for assistance) have been right on point. So glad I decided to try your services.

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vanessa Heim offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Vanessa Heim 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 Heim speak?

Vanessa Heim speaks English.

How many years of experience does Vanessa Heim have?

Vanessa Heim has 25 years of experience.

Where is Vanessa Heim licensed to practice?

Vanessa Heim is licensed to practice in New Mexico and Virginia.

Does Vanessa Heim accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Vanessa Heim 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 Heim offer?

Vanessa Heim offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

How can I communicate with Vanessa Heim?

Vanessa Heim 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 Heim?

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.