Vanessa Rios, LMHC, LPC

Bilingual LMHC and LPC in New York

Stress and anxiety support
Addiction and trauma care
CBT ACT and Mindfulness

About Vanessa Rios

Vanessa Rios is a bilingual therapist licensed in New Jersey and New York who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She combines clinical training and compassionate care to help clients build motivation, strengthen self-worth, and move toward greater emotional balance. Holding LMHC and LPC credentials, she is a licensed mental health counselor and a licensed professional counselor, reflecting formal training in counseling and therapeutic practice.

Vanessa accompanies clients as they explore challenging feelings and experiences, offering an open, nonjudgmental space for thoughts to be shared and examined. She emphasizes practical strategies and personal insight to address symptoms and underlying patterns, tailoring support to each person’s goals and pace. Recognizing that reaching out for help takes courage, she offers consistent encouragement and collaborative guidance throughout the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Additional Focus Areas

Personality disorders

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Vanessa Rios have?

Vanessa Rios has 5 years of professional experience.

Is Vanessa Rios a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LMHC, LPC. License details: NY LMHC 012292, NJ LPC 37PC00883100.

In which languages does Vanessa Rios provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Vanessa Rios located?

Vanessa Rios is located in New York.

How can I work with Vanessa Rios as my therapist?

She offers sessions by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging.

Does Vanessa Rios work with international clients?

Vanessa Rios does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Vanessa Rios cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client’s 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, the first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Vanessa integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people clarify personal values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works by identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical skills to change thinking and behavior, often helping with depression, anxiety, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration, giving space for clients to lead sessions and build self-understanding and self-esteem.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Vanessa works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to find the best fit based on individual goals, preferences, and responses to treatment. She adjusts methods over time to match what is most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make scheduling more convenient, allow for consistent contact between sessions when needed, and help people access therapy from home or other comfortable settings while working with licensed professionals and therapists.

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