Vanessa Glatt, LPCC

Vanessa Glatt is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who holds licenses in Minnesota and California and brings over nine years of experience working with both children and adults. She has provided care across a range of mental health settings, supporting people facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, childhood trauma, grief and loss, and substance addiction. Vanessa blends clinical training with practical tools to help clients manage symptoms and reconnect with a more centered sense of self.

Her approach is warm and nonjudgmental, meeting people where they are and adapting strategies to fit each individual. Mindfulness practices and cognitive skills are frequently woven into her work to encourage present-moment awareness and more effective thinking patterns. She also emphasizes the link between physical self-care and emotional wellbeing, helping clients notice when the body and mind are sending different messages.

Therapy with Vanessa focuses on recognizing thoughts and feelings in the moment and using tailored strategies to reduce unnecessary pain and suffering while honoring the meaning that difficult experiences can hold. She encourages clients to take an active role in their growth, viewing them as the expert in their own lives. Vanessa aims to reduce stigma around mental health through education and compassionate support as clients build skills for lasting change.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Vanessa integrates several evidence-informed approaches into her online practice to address a range of concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - ACT - helps clients clarify personal values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and commit to meaningful actions; it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist listens deeply and follows the client’s lead to build self-understanding and confidence; it can support issues like low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT - offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be helpful for depression, anxiety, and coping with daily challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Vanessa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Vanessa is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other commitments while maintaining continuity of care with a licensed professional.