History
Purposeful Life Counseling, LLC opened in August 2018. Serving the East Valley and surrounding areas of Phoenix including Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Ahwatukee, Scottsdale and Tempe. Our office provides appointment times to assist with the working individual or student seeking after work hours to include weekend and telepsych sessions.
Currently offered Telepsych session as of March 2020 until otherwise posted for those that are not able to be in office. Please keep in mind that therapist will need to screen clients prior to this options.
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We at Purposeful Life Counseling know that finding the right therapist to work with is a choice not to be taken lightly. That is why we specialize in making the process less difficult.
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Therapists
Therapist
Vanessa Ridgewell, MS, NCC, LPC
Vanessa Ridgewell has over 10 years of behavioral health experience in providing residential therapy, group therapy, experiential therapy and outpatient therapy for adolescents through adults. She is passionate about helping clients with use of client- centered therapy and solution-focused therapy assisting individuals and families to mange and self regulate emotions, thoughts and behaviors. This is accomplished by applying the skills and knowledge of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma based therapy.
Vanessa’s specialty is to provide her clients with a supportive, compassionate therapeutic relationship to facilitate healing and growth. Her approach to counseling is collaborative with the client and honoring the unique needs of each individual to create a customized plan inclusive of other providers.
Education
Grand Canyon University, Masters of Science in Counseling, 2016
University of Phoenix
B.S., Psychology, 2013
Activities & Affiliations
• American Counseling Association
• Affiliated Member to The JEM Foundation
Licenses
• LPC- 18309