Vanessa Statam, LCSW
Wisconsin · 7 years in practice
Vanessa Statam is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, low self-esteem, and depression.
License and registration
- LCSW, Wisconsin
- 9892-123 · expires February 2027
- NPI
- 1659926509 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 7
- Languages
- English
Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the license with the issuing state board, and the NPI with the national registry.
About Vanessa
Vanessa Statam is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, low self-esteem, and depression. She aims to make the first step feel manageable and supports clients as they name what they want to change. Vanessa writes and speaks plainly, so people can focus on what matters most in their lives.
Vanessa creates a welcoming space where feelings and thoughts can be shared without judgment.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps tailored to each person's situation. She draws on existential ideas to look at meaning and choice, and uses client-centered methods to follow the person’s pace and priorities. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and build coping skills.
For clients with trauma, Vanessa can incorporate EMDR approaches when appropriate to process distressing memories. She brings seven years of clinical experience to her work in Wisconsin as an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker. Conversations in her room move between examining what matters to someone now and learning simple tools for day-to-day life.
Typical topics include attachment and abandonment wounds, family of origin concerns, blended family stress, communication problems, and caregiver strain. Vanessa also helps people work through guilt, shame, isolation, money worries, and questions about life purpose. Her style is collaborative and straightforward.
Clients can expect a mix of reflective listening, practical skill-building, and attention to the personal meaning behind their choices.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Vanessa lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Vanessa names
- Existential Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Hypnotherapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Naming an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist lists and does not check training records.
Online support
How Vanessa’s Approaches Work Online
Vanessa uses Existential Therapy to help people examine meaning, choice, and what matters most in their lives. This approach can be useful for clients feeling stuck, questioning purpose, or coping with major life changes. It encourages honest reflection about values and direction.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which means sessions follow the client’s pace and priorities. The therapist listens closely and helps people feel heard while they figure things out. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and practice concrete skills for managing anxiety and low mood.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Vanessa will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals and comfort level, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made. Clients are invited to share preferences and try different techniques to see what fits.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different needs. Video sessions allow more face-to-face connection, phone calls can work when bandwidth is limited, and chat or messaging can fit quick check-ins or ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent while fitting it into a busy schedule.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does Vanessa help with?
She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, and depression. Additional areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, blended family problems, and life purpose questions.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style combines a client-centered, collaborative approach with practical skill-building. Sessions balance listening to personal meaning and teaching coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Vanessa has seven years of professional experience in clinical settings. She practices as an LCSW in Wisconsin.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LCSW which stands for licensed clinical social worker, and she is licensed in Wisconsin.
Which languages and international options are offered?
Sessions are offered in English. She accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow flexible ways to connect beyond in-person meetings.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the chosen plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to therapist availability.
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