Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf, LMFT
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.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Vanessa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and Colorado
More about Vanessa
- 29 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
I am an experienced Doctor of Psychology, a licensed Marriage, Family therapist that has insight, empathy and a sense of humor! In over the 20 years that I have been working in the field I have seen many clients change their lives through changing their thought process. Thoughts are things and they create our reality. As a cognitive behavioral therapist I work with my clients to identify the 'stinking thinking' that keeps us stuck in negative life patterns. We all operate from the beliefs created by children...that is our world view is formulated by early experiences - both positive and negative. These 'beliefs' are ofttimes wrong, irrational and downright harmful. The good news is that all can be corrected by reframing negative thought patterns and creating an affirming belief system that encourages us to embrace all that is good and positive within us and our environment. I encourage mindfulness in the recovery from anxiety and depression - a refocus on what is working instead of what is not.
Starting psychotherapy takes courage and a willingness to address vulnerabilities in order to 'recreate' the Self in a more loving and accepting way. I value my clients and have witnessed transformations through the work that we do together.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
Licenses
Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982771127.
- LMFT · California · 35314 · Renews January 2028
- LMFT · Colorado · MFT.0000569 · Renews August 2027
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf 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 Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf speak?
Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf have?
Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf has 29 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf licensed to practice?
Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf is licensed to practice in California and Colorado.
Does Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf accept insurance?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf accepts 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 Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf offer?
Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf?
Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf 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 Dr. Vanessa Prestridge Graf?
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