Vanessa Aucella, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Vanessa Aucella

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Codependency

Sleep Disorder

Anxiety

Psychological Trauma

Video Game Addiction

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Self-Harm / Injury

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

AEDP

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Experiential Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latinx, White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Vanessa Aucella

Therapy with me is thoughtful and paced. We pause, reflect, and use tailored interventions to understand what’s happening beneath the surface. My goal is to meet you where you are, engage collaboratively, and help ease the weight you’ve been carrying. My approach My approach combines deep listening with real, hands-on work. When you’re ready, we use reflective writing, guided activities, and research-based interventions to explore emotions and rebuild clarity. You’ll always feel supported, but you’ll also be gently encouraged to engage, reflect, and apply what we do together. My focus Many of my clients are caretakers or professionals who have forgotten how to care for themselves. Together, we slow down and make sense of what’s been overwhelming. Therapy with me offers space to reflect, reconnect, and begin feeling grounded, understood, and whole again. My communication style My style is genuine, empathic, and collaborative. I listen closely, pause when needed, and check in often to be sure you feel supported and heard. I’ll gently guide you to reflect, participate, and explore barriers together so therapy moves at your pace while staying meaningful and productive. My journey to mental healthcare My path began with a passion for understanding why people who appear strong often struggle in silence. That curiosity led me to social work and, later, to studying workplace psychology and leadership. Personal loss and resilience deepened my empathy and strengthened my belief in the power of healing through connection. My goals for you I help clients reach their goals by combining insight with practical steps. We explore what matters most, identify patterns that hold you back, and use reflective writing and evidence-based tools to create steady progress. I’ll meet you where you are and guide you toward balance and clarity at your pace.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - L.A. East

Education and training

Fordham University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1598895401

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Vanessa Aucella work with?

Vanessa Aucella works with Rula Health - L.A. East.

What are common reasons for patients to see Vanessa Aucella?

Vanessa Aucella frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Vanessa Aucella on their profile.