Vanessa Broughton, LPC-MH
Empowering growth for young adults and professionals
- Anxiety and depression care
- Life transitions support
- Flexible online options
About Vanessa Broughton
Vanessa Broughton is a licensed mental health professional who supports people navigating complex emotional challenges across Delaware and Pennsylvania. With eight years of clinical experience, she focuses on empowering young adults and working professionals to manage depression, anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, and the disruptions that come with life transitions. Vanessa blends practical skill-building with empathic support to guide clients toward greater resilience and self-compassion.
Her approach honors each personâs individual path, creating a collaborative space to explore communication patterns, workplace concerns, family of origin issues, and questions about life purpose. Drawing from evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, she helps clients develop tools to cope with grief, addictions, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and caregiver or compassion fatigue. Vanessa also addresses challenges like postpartum depression, seasonal mood shifts, and the stresses of early adulthood and career development.
Vanessa holds the LPC-MH credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health, and she integrates a culturally responsive outlook into her work. Her practice emphasizes partnership, practical strategies, and building strengths so clients can discover greater balance, clarity, and self-love as they move forward.
Her approach honors each personâs individual path, creating a collaborative space to explore communication patterns, workplace concerns, family of origin issues, and questions about life purpose. Drawing from evidence-based methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy, she helps clients develop tools to cope with grief, addictions, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and caregiver or compassion fatigue. Vanessa also addresses challenges like postpartum depression, seasonal mood shifts, and the stresses of early adulthood and career development.
Vanessa holds the LPC-MH credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health, and she integrates a culturally responsive outlook into her work. Her practice emphasizes partnership, practical strategies, and building strengths so clients can discover greater balance, clarity, and self-love as they move forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily of origin issuesLife purposePostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vanessa Broughton have?
Vanessa Broughton has 8 years of experience.
Is Vanessa Broughton a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: LPC-MH. License details: DE LPC-MH PC-0011150.
In which languages does Vanessa Broughton provide therapy?
English
Where is Vanessa Broughton located?
Delaware
How can I work with Vanessa Broughton as my therapist?
You can work with Vanessa Broughton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vanessa Broughton work with international clients?
Vanessa Broughton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vanessa Broughton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care with Vanessa Broughton
Vanessa frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - this approach is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of depression and improve daily functioning. In many cases she incorporates Client-Centered Therapy techniques to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and respected, which can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and addressing relationship or family of origin issues.Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Vanessa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors treatment plans over time, adjusting strategies as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy options include video sessions, phone calls, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varying comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or work, support consistent care during life transitions, and allow therapists and clients to maintain momentum between sessions.