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Vanessa Cox, 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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Vanessa. View 9 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Mississippi

Recent reviews

My experience with Vanessa has been great! She is clearly an expert in helping people process traumatic events. She brings very practical methods for recovery to the table while also creating a comfortable conversational atmosphere to explore challenging topics in

Reviewed July 2023

Anessa asks probing questions and listens carefully before offering any observations. Feeling encouraged after just a few sessions

Reviewed April 2023

More about Vanessa

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience and licensed in Alabama, Georgia, Louisianna, Mississippi and North Carolina. My approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Thns to food, sex and relationshierapy, Motivational Interverviewing, some aspects of Dialectibal Behavioral Therapy and Reality Orientation while working with people with chemical depeddictiops. I am a certified Eye Movement Desensesitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and have worked with victims of trauma and PTSD for a number of years. As a certied Multi-addiction Therapist (CMAT), I've worked with clients who are unsure of their sexual identity and /or have sexual compulsivity. I also work with clients ages 15 to 75 who have anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trichotiillomania and unresolved family of orgin issues. I am a compassionate person who listens intently to what is said as well as to what is not said. It is my belief that no one's feelings are good, bad, right or wrong. Since I view a therapeutic relationship as teamwork, it is very important to me that my relationship with a client is therapeutic; it is just as important to me that our relationship is trustworthy. My ultimate goal for therapy is for the patient to gain an optimal level of functioning.I am Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of experience and licensed in Alabama, Georgia, Louisianna, Mississippi and North Carolina. My approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Thns to food, sex and relationshierapy, Motivational Interverviewing, some aspects of Dialectibal Behavioral Therapy and Reality Orientation while working with people with chemical depeddictiops. I am a certified Eye Movement Desensesitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapist and have worked with victims of trauma and PTSD for a number of years. As a certied Multi-addiction Therapist (CMAT), I've worked with clients who are unsure of their sexual identity and /or have sexual compulsivity. I also work with clients ages 15 to 75 who have anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trichotiillomania and unresolved family of orgin issues. I am a compassionate person who listens intently to what is said as well as to what is not said. It is my belief that no one's feelings are good, bad, right or wrong. Since I view a therapeutic relationship as teamwork, it is very important to me that my relationship with a client is therapeutic; it is just as important to me that our relationship is trustworthy. My ultimate goal for therapy is for the patient to gain an optimal level of functioning.

Specialties

Addictions Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Depression Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Vanessa Cox's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245440288.

  • LCSW · Mississippi · C6129 · Expires April 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.
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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 Cox

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

Overall rating:

4.5

9 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Listens Comfortable Easy Anxiety Compassion Confidence Excellent Grateful

My experience with Vanessa has been great! She is clearly an expert in helping people process traumatic events. She brings very practical methods for recovery to the table while also creating a comfortable conversational atmosphere to explore challenging topics in

Reviewed July 2023

Anessa asks probing questions and listens carefully before offering any observations. Feeling encouraged after just a few sessions

Reviewed April 2023

Vanessa is a great therapist and helped me enormously to deal with my eating disorder. She’s professional, helpful and has a great heart. She is a blessing!

Reviewed November 2022

My therapist is excellent the interface of this app is horrendous and doesn't work properly

Reviewed August 2022

All I’m going to say is, this is a great counselor!!! She listens, observant, and knows what’s wrong with you!!!

Reviewed June 2022

She is very nice and listens to all your concerns and helps you to navigate through whatever you may be facing. She is very understanding and guided me a lot on ways to manage my anxiety .

Reviewed June 2022

The inner work I’ve done with Vanessa Cox has helped me find and cultivate strength in myself through healing and self confidence building. It is easy to feel comfortable with her and the tools she has given me have been valuable and effective for this stage in my life. Vanessa truly met me where I was and helped me work through past trauma. Since starting my sessions I am more equipped to live my life and feel at peace living it. For anyone seeking counseling looking to achieve those things, or just to get through whatever you’re currently feeling, Vanessa offers acceptance and never lets you forget your self worth. She is full of the type of wisdom and kindness that truly speak into your soul and you hear throughout the day when you need it. I’m eternally grateful for her.

Reviewed May 2022

I recently started working with Vanessa Cox. We have met twice via zoom and each session was very productive. She is very easy to talk to, like talking to a good friend. I am really glad I found Better Help.

Reviewed September 2021

I appreciate Vanessa’s compassion and realness.

Reviewed September 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vanessa Cox offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Vanessa Cox 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 Cox speak?

Vanessa Cox speaks English.

How many years of experience does Vanessa Cox have?

Vanessa Cox has 3 years of experience.

Where is Vanessa Cox licensed to practice?

Vanessa Cox is licensed to practice in Mississippi.

Does Vanessa Cox accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Vanessa Cox 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 Cox offer?

Vanessa Cox offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Vanessa Cox?

Vanessa Cox 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 Cox?

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.

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