Fostering confidence & resilience,

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Fostering confidence & resilience, 〰️

Hi, I’m Vanessa — Psychologist & Founder of Soulful Psychology and Wellness. I’m passionate about supporting young people to feel confident in who they are and equipped to handle life’s ups and downs. My approach is warm, creative, and collaborative; therapy shouldn’t feel clinical or cold. It should feel like a space you want to be in. I work with children, teens, and young adults to explore emotions, navigate challenges, and build positive self-esteem. I have a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those who are Autistic or have ADHD, to develop a strong and affirming sense of identity. I blend evidence-based approaches with creativity and connection to make therapy both effective and engaging. 

Services

I have experience supporting clients with a wide range

of presentations, including (but not limited to):  

  • Anxiety, including social anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, and generalised anxiety 

  • Building and nurturing a positive neurodivergent identity 

  • Depression 

  • Stress management 

  • Sleep difficulties 

  • Low self-esteem 

  • Friendship and interpersonal challenges 

  • Coping with transitions, such as moving from primary to secondary school, or completing schooling 

  • Understanding and responding to emotions 

  • Understanding the role of hormones in mental health

Therapy, but make it soulful.

I use the following evidence-based approaches to inform my practice:  

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) 

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) 

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) 

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

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What am I Currently Reading?

Outside the therapy room, you’ll usually find me walking my border collie, Nala, going to boxing fitness classes, or planning my next adventure with my husband or friends. 

I’m currently getting into the Housemaid by Freida McFadden. 

What am I listening to? 

My Spotify is quite varied with artists like Alex Warren, Taylor Swift and some early 2000’s mixes!