Vanessa East, BACP
- Trauma and grief
- Relationship support
- Online and international
About Vanessa East
Vanessa adapts her work to what clients bring into the therapeutic space, combining cognitive methods that address thinking patterns, somatic practices that attend to bodily experience, and psychodynamic or spiritual perspectives that explore deeper meaning and early development. This flexible stance means sessions may focus on relieving a specific symptom or on tracing how early relationships shape current patterns and relationships to self and others.
Her training includes an Advanced Diploma in Integrative Hypno-Psychotherapy and a Diploma in Integrative Therapeutic Counselling, along with certification in hypno-psychotherapy and further training in Internal Family Systems, family constellation-informed work, somatic and polyvagal approaches, couples work, group facilitation, and trauma-informed, culturally responsive practice. Vanessa works creatively and intuitively, inviting clients to bring their full selves into therapy and offering alternative appointment slots when needed to accommodate availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Vanessa East have?
Vanessa East has three years of clinical experience.
Is Vanessa East a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential BACP, which refers to the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
In which languages does Vanessa East provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Vanessa East located?
Vanessa East is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Vanessa East as my therapist?
You can work with Vanessa East through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Vanessa East work with international clients?
Yes, Vanessa East works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Vanessa East cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care that adapt to you
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and security. It helps people understand and change relational responses, especially when issues like abandonment, intimacy struggles, or family dynamics are present.
Client-Centered Therapy places the client's experience at the heart of the work. It emphasizes empathy, nonjudgmental listening, and supporting the person's own capacity for growth, which can be useful for self-esteem, life transitions, and building emotional resilience.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the interplay between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and develop practical coping skills. This approach can be helpful when clients want structured strategies to address specific symptoms.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and will be explored collaboratively. Vanessa will work with each person to determine which methods or combination of methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as the work evolves.
Online therapy with Vanessa includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals, reduce travel time, and allow clients to engage in therapy from familiar environments while maintaining continuity of care.