Vanessa Flores, MSW, LCSW, Therapist in Anaheim, California

Vanessa Flores, LCSW and EMDR-trained therapist, helps adults across California build resilience, process difficult experiences, and reconnect with a greater sense of purpose and emotional balance. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. Her work is rooted in culturally responsive, trauma-informed care, creating a supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful change. Vanessa specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, integrating evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). With a strong attachment-based and humanistic perspective, she helps clients explore how past experiences shape current patterns while developing healthier coping strategies. Vanessa is a Mexican American therapist who brings cultural awareness and sensitivity into her work, offering thoughtful care to individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those in LGBTQ+ communities, first responders, and individuals connected to adoption or foster care. She also offers additional areas of support tailored to each client’s unique needs. She enjoys working with folks who are stepping down from a PHP and/or IOP to continue supporting them in their transition and healing. Vanessa provides structured, compassionate care during this critical transition, helping clients stabilize, rebuild routines, and regain a sense of control and confidence as they move forward. Her focus is on fostering long-term healing while ensuring clients feel supported in every step of the way. Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys lifting weights, hiking, attending pilates classes, and exploring new coffee shops. She is an avid traveler who loves reading, dancing, and embracing new experiences.