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Entry 168067Oregon / United States

Vanessa Trupiano

Vanessa Trupiano, LCSW

Oregon 6 years in practice

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LCSW focused on addictions and trauma

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  • Addictions support
  • Trauma care
  • CBT and DBT tools

About Vanessa

LCSW in Oregon with six years of clinical experience, Vanessa Trupiano helps people address addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. She also focuses on self-esteem, stress, motivation, coaching, and compassion fatigue. Vanessa uses practical talk therapy methods and evidence-informed approaches to help people manage symptoms and make changes.

Vanessa draws from client-centered methods to center a person's own goals and perspectives. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when people need tools for regulating emotions and handling intense situations.

Her work includes elements of mindfulness to increase present-moment awareness and the Gottman Method for people looking to address relationship patterns. Motivational Interviewing is part of her approach for supporting change around addictions and ambivalence. Sessions combine conversation, skills practice, and short-term goal setting.

Vanessa aims to adapt the pace and focus based on what each person brings to a session. She explains techniques in clear language and sets concrete steps between meetings. The emphasis is on practical, usable strategies rather than long theoretical explanations.

Her background includes six years of professional practice in clinical settings and community work. Vanessa is licensed clinical social worker - LCSW - in Oregon. People who want to learn more can follow the booking steps on the profile to complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.

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How Vanessa’s approaches work in online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening to what matters most to the person and shaping sessions around their goals. It’s about clarifying priorities and building plans based on the person’s own values and choices.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It offers practical exercises and experiments to reduce anxiety, treat depression, and change unhelpful habits.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, adds concrete skills for regulating emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. These tools are useful when emotions feel overwhelming or when conflicts keep repeating.

Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will talk through goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they will try strategies and adjust the plan based on how well the work fits the person's needs.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Talk with the therapist during the matching step about practical needs and preferred ways to meet.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

Additional focus areas

First responder issuesVeteran and Armed Forces Issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational Interviewing

Experience

6+ years

Listed in

Oregon

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She supports people with addictions, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, stress, coaching, and compassion fatigue. She also focuses on first responder and veteran and armed forces issues.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses client-centered dialogue and practical, skills-based methods. Sessions often include CBT, DBT skills, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and elements of the Gottman Method.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has six years of professional work experience in clinical and community settings. That experience shapes the practical approach she uses in sessions.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Oregon. The profile lists Oregon as her practice location.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted. Work is limited to clients within the supported region.

How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing details are provided during the matching and scheduling steps.

What are the first steps to begin?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The questionnaire helps match goals and preferences before the initial meeting.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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