Vanessa has been the exact therapist I needed. She has shown me kindness, respect, and an open place to work on the things I need to work on. I have been given great tools, advice, and openess. She has honestly been the best therapist I've ever had. I feel grateful to have been placed under her guidance.
Vanessa Brister, 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.
- 4.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Vanessa. View 1 review
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
More about Vanessa
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in California with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
Communication problems
Forgiveness
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Licenses
Vanessa Brister's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932791357.
- LCSW · California · 99623 · Expires January 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 Brister
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Vanessa has been the exact therapist I needed. She has shown me kindness, respect, and an open place to work on the things I need to work on. I have been given great tools, advice, and openess. She has honestly been the best therapist I've ever had. I feel grateful to have been placed under her guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Does Vanessa Brister offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Vanessa Brister 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 Brister speak?
Vanessa Brister speaks English.
How many years of experience does Vanessa Brister have?
Vanessa Brister has 7 years of experience.
Where is Vanessa Brister licensed to practice?
Vanessa Brister is licensed to practice in California.
Does Vanessa Brister accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Vanessa Brister accepts 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."
How can I communicate with Vanessa Brister?
Vanessa Brister 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 Brister?
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.