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Vanessa Albergo, 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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Vanessa. View 29 reviews
Speaks English and Spanish
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida, Missouri, and 2 more

Recent reviews

Brinda buenas formas de auto cuidado, no juzga y brinda herramientas para balancear tus prioridades y bienestar mental.

Reviewed June 2024

I reached out because I was having difficulty both personally and professionally. My anxiety levels were at an all time high and I was in need of someone to hear me and help me. I've never been one to stick with therapy, but Vanessa is so understanding and compassionate and checks in when I go silent for too long. She's never pushy and I don't feel like a number. She genuinely wants to know that I'm making progress and helps me see a clearer path when I'm feeling overwhelmed. She's a true professional and gives great support. I'm lucky to have her expertise and I appreciate her so much.

Reviewed February 2024

More about Vanessa

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Hello and Welcome!

My name is Vanessa and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Mexico & South Carolina. I am bilingual(English & Spanish) and can provide counseling in both languages. I am originally from New York and moved to South Florida for college and never left.   I have lived in South Florida for over 15 years and have built both a family and career here, I guess the sunny warm weather made it hard to go back :-)  

My clinical background in Mental Health began as an undergrad and continued through grad school, working for the public sector for the Department of  Children & Families where I worked with children, then the elderly in skilled nursing facilities and with adolescents in group homes.  I then went on to work and provide services that include counseling and advocacy for oncology patients at one of the largest cancer hospitals in South Florida. In addition to this, I have also worked with adults in inpatient rehab for substance abuse and court ordered treatment, and served outpatient clients in the LGBTQ community.

My training is in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),  Psychodynamic, Solution Focused,  and many others that include treatment planning; where my goal is to get my client back to a normal baseline that they are comfortable with and can function in their daily life. I am an open minded, kindhearted and empathetic individual, where my mantra is that I am here for YOU, my job is to assist you in anyway that I can, and help you manage life's daily stressors that may be recent or long-term.  I work daily to remove the stigma that Mental Health has in our society, because the reality is, we all have good and bad days, some just need some assistance and guidance on how to manage it better. I believe we are all one step away from a mental health crisis, life is one big roller coaster of stress, worry, emotion that all revolve around something changing in our life that we were not prepared for and do not know how to adjust to it. So my job is to help you navigate all of that and achieve happiness, peace and overall well being. 

You are more than welcomed to message me through Better Help, and be proud that seeking assistance for yourself is one of the bravest things we as human beings can do for ourselves is admit when we need help. My schedule is flexible and am able to provide services in the evenings to accommodate the working person. 

Session hours: EST

I look forward to working with you! 

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Vanessa Albergo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205248994.

  • LCSW · Florida · SW16806 · Expires March 2025
  • LCSW · Missouri · 2022020265 · Expires September 2025
  • LCSW · New Mexico · SWB-2023-1008 · Expires July 2025
  • LCSW · New Hampshire · 4008 · Expires June 2026

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 Albergo

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Listens Support Understanding Amazing Caring Easy Grateful Guidance

Brinda buenas formas de auto cuidado, no juzga y brinda herramientas para balancear tus prioridades y bienestar mental.

Reviewed June 2024

I reached out because I was having difficulty both personally and professionally. My anxiety levels were at an all time high and I was in need of someone to hear me and help me. I've never been one to stick with therapy, but Vanessa is so understanding and compassionate and checks in when I go silent for too long. She's never pushy and I don't feel like a number. She genuinely wants to know that I'm making progress and helps me see a clearer path when I'm feeling overwhelmed. She's a true professional and gives great support. I'm lucky to have her expertise and I appreciate her so much.

Reviewed February 2024

Amazing support and great help, listens and relates easily to me. I really recommend and love Vanessa.

Reviewed March 2021

She always makes time for me and checks in on me when my schedule is a little irregular. She's very compassionate and does a great job of listening and helping me sort things out. I have never stuck with therapy because I felt like I was constantly being judged and evaluated, but none of that happens here. She offers a safe place where I can share any and everything. She has helped me so much.

Reviewed September 2023

Very knowledgeable and resourceful as well as caring and is focused on obtainable actions to find solutions as needed.

Reviewed May 2023

Vanessa is an amazing support! I love the resources she gifts me too!

Reviewed March 2023

She is so empathetic and is a Great listener!

Reviewed February 2023

Vanessa’s really good at making you feel normal again. I thought I was going crazy and there was something horrible wrong with me, but she assured me it’s just life stressors, and I could be overthinking it (she was correct). It made me feel like a real person.

Reviewed April 2023

Vanessa makes talking really easy and establishes a safe environment to work in. Very appreciative of her.

Reviewed January 2023

Vanessa knows exactly what I’m struggling with. She encourages me and offers helpful guidance and skills as I navigate my mental health.

Reviewed November 2022

She is the first counselor that has looked out side the box and really listened to every aspect.

Reviewed November 2022

Vanessa has been able to verify the things I’ve already suspected. I’m not a mental health professional, not by any stretch of the imagination. But to be validated? To be told I am being pushed to a breaking point by my family. To have someone see the anger that I work so hard every day to veil? To be seen and heard? It means the world to me.

Reviewed November 2022

She listens to me. Which is something that nobody else in my life can manage to do.

Reviewed November 2022

Vanessa has only been with me for one month but I have already seen a dramatic change in me with the tools she has provided me to heal. I am grateful better help matched me with such a great therapist.

Reviewed November 2022

5 stars for Vanessa R.

Reviewed November 2022

Vanessa has been fantastic. I feel like I’m talking with a friend, but with true skill, expertise and passion for her work.

Reviewed November 2022

The first conversation with Vanessa was great helped me realize things on different point of view look forward speaking to her more

Reviewed August 2022

Vanessa is great!!!

Reviewed June 2022

Vanessa is the first therapist I ever saw and I love her! She’s a great listener and gives good advice for me. I highly recommend her!!

Reviewed June 2022

Thank you for your insights.

Reviewed June 2022

Vanessa has been great! Good listener and great advice and new perspectives

Reviewed January 2021

Vanessa is great! She really seems to get where I'm coming from and has helped me to find ways to change what I need to change that will help me better myself.

Reviewed September 2020

Vanessa is an incredibly supportive, caring, and thoughtful counselor. She is always prepared, easy to communicate with, and has my best interests in mind. So very grateful for her!

Reviewed August 2020

Responsive, great communication, helps me redirect my thoughts and assist with setting goals.

Reviewed May 2020

She’s funny and very understanding. She listens and gives valuable feedback (:

Reviewed May 2020

She has been so helpful to me. From the first session she was already providing me with great documents and activities to do which really helped jumpstart me in my journey to self-love. Very resourceful and respectful!

Reviewed February 2020

She really takes the time to understand my thoughts and give me workable advice. It’s great that I can relate to her so much. We’ve been through similar situations in life so I know her advice comes from a place of wisdom. I’m so glad I’ve gotten the chance to work with her!

Reviewed January 2020

She’s great, super considerate and flexible. She will listen to you and give the best advice accordingly. I appreciate her help and fast response time.

Reviewed January 2020

Vanessa is very understanding and continues to help me with many of my foreseen issues. She's very confident in her recommendations and guidance which gives me more courage to follow through. Vanessa seems to be a great attribute and I will continue to work with her.

Reviewed January 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Vanessa Albergo offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Vanessa Albergo 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 Albergo speak?

Vanessa Albergo speaks English and Spanish.

How many years of experience does Vanessa Albergo have?

Vanessa Albergo has 10 years of experience.

Where is Vanessa Albergo licensed to practice?

Vanessa Albergo is licensed to practice in Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, and New Hampshire.

Does Vanessa Albergo accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Vanessa Albergo does not accept 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."

What treatment approaches does Vanessa Albergo offer?

Vanessa Albergo offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Vanessa Albergo?

Vanessa Albergo 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 Albergo?

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.

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