Vanessa Dantas

Psychologist

Vanessa Dantas is a Registered Psychologist with over 12 years of experience working with adults across different countries and cultures. She has worked in clinical and community settings and has also lectured on Phenomenological Psychology. Her approach is deeply influenced by Gestalt Therapy, Phenomenological Psychopathology, Existential, and Psychoanalytic theories, alongside CBT and mindfulness-based practices. She prioritises lived experience over diagnosis, creating a therapeutic space that is open, supportive, and exploratory, fostering self-awareness and meaningful change.

Vanessa is committed to both alleviating psychological distress and supporting clients in developing greater self-awareness and the ability to make more intentional choices in their lives. Whether seeking short-term support during a difficult time or engaging in long-term therapy to explore deeper patterns, she strives to offer an environment that is safe, grounding, and transformative.

Dedicated to inclusive and culturally responsive therapy, Vanessa honors each client’s unique background, including gender, race, social class, ability, sexual orientation, culture, and migration experiences. She provides therapy in English and Portuguese, both in person and via Telehealth.