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About Me

Meet Your Practitioner

Vanessa Molina is a Miami-born Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and the daughter of Cuban immigrants who came to the United States in the mid-1990s in pursuit of stability and opportunity. Her early life was shaped by transition, resilience, and a growing awareness of how family dynamics, identity, and emotional experiences influence the way we connect, cope, and heal.

 

Over time, this personal foundation evolved into a professional calling. Vanessa is known for providing therapy that is both grounded and intentional—offering clients a calm, supportive space to explore patterns, regain emotional clarity, and strengthen the relationships that matter most. Her background spans clinical, educational, and community settings, including years of service as a teacher and guidance counselor in Title I schools, where she supported children, adolescents, and families navigating stress, change, and emotional overwhelm.

 

Vanessa’s therapeutic style is integrative, relational, and evidence-based, grounded in approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and trauma-informed care. Her work is anchored in ethical practice, cultural responsiveness, and the belief that therapy should feel both supportive and purposeful. She helps clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve communication, and develop insight that leads to lasting change.

 

At the heart of Vanessa’s work is a belief that healing is not only possible—it is transformative. With the right support, individuals and couples can move beyond survival, reclaim their sense of self, and step into a new season of clarity, connection, and peace.

Academic Excellence & Professional Credentials

Educational Background

Licenses & Certifications

Academic Excellence & Professional Credentials

Educational Background

Licenses & Certifications

Clinical Training

Connect for Professional Insights

To follow my professional work and stay informed on mental health insights, connect with me on LinkedIn. I share clinical reflections, resources, and perspectives focused on resilience, emotional well-being, and professional growth.

Pillars of the Practice

Resilience & Rebirth

Rising Through Change

Like the phoenix, growth often emerges through challenge rather than comfort. I believe resilience is built by facing difficult experiences, learning from them, and intentionally rebuilding. Therapy offers a space to process what has been, strengthen emotional stability, and move forward with clarity and purpose.

Holistic Care

Supporting the Whole Person

My approach considers the full picture of well-being—emotional, relational, and mind–body factors. I work with both individuals and couples, creating individualized treatment plans that reflect your unique needs, goals, and life context rather than relying on one-size-fits-all care.

Empowered Growth

Tools for Lasting Change

Therapy is a collaborative process grounded in evidence-based practice. Together, we build practical tools, increase self-awareness, and strengthen coping and communication skills—supporting meaningful, sustainable growth for individuals and couples.

Professional Engagement & Honors

Panelist, Master’s Thesis Defense – MIU City University 

 

Guest Speaker on Podcasts:  Starred as a Guest on Episode 83 of ‘The Counseling Corner” on Kids and Social Media and was also a guest speaker on SLAM radio episode on SIRIUSXM regarding mental health awareness month.

 

Miss Carnaval Miami Finalist (2022): Known for using public platforms to speak openly about mental health, body image, and self-worth with honesty, care, and intention.

 

Miss Coral Gables at the Miss Florida Pageant (2024):
Represented the City of Coral Gables and supported initiatives focused on service, empowerment, and community connection.

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