Prof. Vanessa Costello
LPC blending CBT, trauma work, and relationship methods
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About
Prof. Vanessa Costello is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arizona, Oklahoma, and Texas with 10 years of clinical practice. She holds a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and has provided counseling through a variety of agency settings. Her background includes work with children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors.
Her clinical interests include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, self esteem, coping with life changes, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, career questions, and compassion fatigue. Additional focal areas include caregiver stress, commitment and communication problems, family of origin issues, fertility concerns, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, midlife questions, social anxiety and phobia, women’s issues, and young adult challenges.
She draws on several clinical approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method. She integrates a Biblical Christian perspective alongside these modalities and emphasizes a collaborative working relationship. Her practice frames each person as the expert on their story and aims to build on individual strengths as work moves forward.
Her clinical interests include stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, self esteem, coping with life changes, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, career questions, and compassion fatigue. Additional focal areas include caregiver stress, commitment and communication problems, family of origin issues, fertility concerns, forgiveness, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, midlife questions, social anxiety and phobia, women’s issues, and young adult challenges.
She draws on several clinical approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and the Gottman Method. She integrates a Biblical Christian perspective alongside these modalities and emphasizes a collaborative working relationship. Her practice frames each person as the expert on their story and aims to build on individual strengths as work moves forward.
- Location:
- Oklahoma, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AZ LPC LPC-22536, TX LPC 93061
- NPI Number: 1841628617
- License: LPC (Oklahoma), LPC (Texas), LPC (Arizona)
Remote therapy with practical, collaborative approaches
Prof. Vanessa Costello offers online care using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options are intended to accommodate different communication preferences so clients can choose the format that fits their needs.
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and examine unhelpful thinking patterns and to develop concrete coping skills for stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. The Gottman Method is applied for relationship and intimacy-related work, supplying structured conversations and exercises to address communication patterns and closeness.
For trauma-related concerns, Trauma-Focused Therapy is used with attention to pacing and client collaboration. Throughout remote work she emphasizes a collaborative stance, inviting clients to use sessions to explore goals, practice skills, and draw on their strengths while deciding which communication format feels most useful.
How many years has Prof. Vanessa Costello practiced?
She has 10 years of professional counseling experience.
What are her professional credentials?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor with the credential LPC.
Does she hold any state license details?
Yes. License listings include AZ LPC LPC-22536 and TX LPC 93061.
What language does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is Prof. Costello located?
Her listed location is Oklahoma.
Which ways can clients work with her online?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Can international clients connect with her?
Yes. This profile indicates she is accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost and how do I get started?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire.