Vaneza Guzmán, LCSW – Primary Mental Health Therapist
Primary Mental Health Therapist
About
Vaneza is a licensed certified social worker (LCSW) in Massachusetts. She employs a person-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach to therapy, emphasizing compassion-focused modalities. Vaneza is dedicated to helping clients regulate their emotions and quiet their inner critic by meeting them with understanding and compassion through a systems and feminist lens. She has experience working with teenagers, adults, and older adults as they navigate various life transitions and grief. Additionally, Vaneza has experience helping individuals process the complex emotions associated with migrating to a new country, dealing with family enmeshment, and managing caregiver burnout. Outside of her professional life, Vaneza enjoys collecting vinyl records, drawing, and taking long walks with her dog, Luna.
Education
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Bachelors of Arts and Science Communications and Global Studies - Communications and Global Studies
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Masters of Social Work from Boston College - Latinx Communities and Older Adults
Why you are passionate about your job?
Vaneza is passionate about mental healthcare because of her deep commitment to social justice. Her academic work and clinical experience have fueled her dedication to helping individuals navigate complex emotional landscapes. Vaneza believes in the power of understanding and compassion to empower clients and foster resilience, particularly in the face of trauma and life transitions. Her holistic, culturally sensitive approach reflects her belief that everyone deserves compassionate, personalized care.
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