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Vanessa L. Adams, LMHC, therapist at Boston Evening Therapy Associates

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Vanessa L. Adams

LMHC · Licensed Mental Health Counselor

With 20+ years of experience, Vanessa creates a warm "safe and sacred space" blending client-centered, narrative, mindfulness, and CBT approaches.

Works with
Adults 18+
Approach
Strengths-Based, Person-Centered, Interpersonal Therapy
Experience
20+ years as a therapist

We respond the same day and typically schedule within the week.

Therapy Approach

I believe that the connection between a therapist and client is crucial to the therapeutic relationship, and in developing a comfortable, trusting and mutually respectful atmosphere. I strive to create a “Safe and Sacred Space” for my clients to be able to open up, be your authentic self, explore life’s ebbs and flows, ask questions, learn, grow, heal and thrive. My approach is warm, calm, empathic, conversational, strength based, client centered, supportive, and non-judgmental.

Approaches I Use

Strengths-BasedDrawing on the skills and resources you already have.
Person-CenteredEmpathic, nonjudgmental support that follows your lead.
Interpersonal TherapyImproving relationships and communication patterns.
Insight-Oriented TherapyDeepening understanding of your feelings and motivations.
Narrative TherapyRe-authoring the stories you tell about your life.
MindfulnessBuilding present-moment awareness and calm.
CBTCognitive Behavioral Therapy for reshaping unhelpful thought and behavior patterns.
ACTAcceptance and Commitment Therapy for living by your values amid difficulty.
Motivational InterviewingStrengthening your own motivation for change.
Solution-FocusedBuilding on what already works toward concrete goals.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)Understanding and caring for the different parts of yourself.

Get to Know Vanessa

I believe taking part in therapy shows courage, and a willingness to make positive changes for your growth and wellbeing. It is an honor to work with you and to be present with you on your journey.

I provide both brief and long-term in-depth therapy and have over 20 years of experience as a therapist. Drawing on a variety of psychotherapy approaches including Client Centered Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Insight-Oriented Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Solution Focused and Strength Based Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFST), Parts Therapy, and Spiritual Coaching, Finding Your Purpose, Life/Balance/Lifestyle Coaching, Health and Wellness Coaching. The result is an eclectic and holistic approach that is individualized for each client and designed to help each client reach their own personal goals.

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Brighton Office

2001 Beacon Street, Suite 308 & 309
Brighton, MA 02135

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(617) 738-1480

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info@bostoneveningtherapy.com
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This website is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Viewing this site or contacting us does not establish a therapist–client relationship. If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline) immediately. Our clinicians are licensed in Massachusetts, and therapy services are provided only to clients located in states where our therapists are licensed.

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