- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Blended family issues
About Vanessa
Vanessa Upshire-Tribble is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina with five years of professional experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, and family concerns. Vanessa encourages practical steps and honest conversation to address what feels most urgent in day-to-day life.
She approaches sessions from a client-centered perspective. That means she treats each person as the expert on their own story and builds on existing strengths. She also uses elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts and actions shape feelings and behavior.
In work on anger and related concerns, Vanessa focuses on clear goals and small changes that can reduce tension and conflict. She talks through triggers, patterns, and what happens before and after an outburst. She helps people notice unhelpful thinking and try different responses in real situations.
With addictions and blended family issues, her approach is practical and straightforward. She supports people in identifying what is working and what needs to change. Sessions emphasize skills you can try between meetings and quick ways to calm intense moments.
Her style is direct and respectful. She aims to make the process manageable for people who are juggling work, family, or other demands. To begin, she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building from your strengths. In practice that means the therapist follows your priorities, reflects what you say, and helps you set realistic next steps. This approach can help with motivation and decision making when anger or stress feels overwhelming.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Sessions teach simple skills to spot unhelpful thinking and to test new responses. CBT techniques are useful for anger, anxiety, low mood, and addictive behaviors because they target everyday patterns.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Vanessa will work with you to decide which methods fit your needs and goals. She adjusts focus over time based on what is helpful and what is not, so sessions evolve rather than follow a fixed script.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Many people find it useful for practicing skills between sessions and for keeping momentum while juggling other responsibilities.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, and family concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a client-centered approach and incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thoughts and actions that keep problems going.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in North Carolina.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.