Vanessa Cushing, BA, CST, LPC, Miami, FL

About Vanessa Cushing

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Feminist

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Vanessa Cushing

I'm Vanessa Cushing, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Sex Therapist specializing in sex therapy, couples counseling, and sexual trauma. I founded Cushing Counseling to create a practice where clients can talk openly about sex, intimacy, and relationships — without shame or judgment. I work with individuals and couples navigating a wide range of concerns, including low sexual desire, desire discrepancy, erectile dysfunction, orgasm difficulties, pain with sex, premature ejaculation, sex addiction, out-of-control sexual behaviors, and reclaiming sexuality after trauma. I also specialize in integrative couples and sex therapy for partners who want to strengthen their emotional and physical connection. My approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a feminist, LGBTQ+-affirming lens. All sessions are available via secure telehealth across Virginia, and Florida. If you've been putting off getting support because you weren't sure how to bring it up — this is a judgment-free space, and I'd be glad to help.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Working with me means you'll never have to worry about being judged for what you share. Sex and intimacy can be deeply vulnerable topics, and I've built my practice around creating a space where clients feel genuinely safe to talk openly — sometimes for the first time. I take a collaborative, client-centered approach, meaning we move at your pace and focus on what matters most to you. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with a feminist orientation, which means we'll work on both the thoughts and patterns that may be getting in the way, while also exploring the broader emotional and relational context of your concerns. I'm LGBTQ+-affirming and welcome clients of all genders, orientations, relationship structures, and backgrounds. Whether you're coming in as an individual or as a couple, you can expect warmth, directness, and a therapist who takes your sexual health as seriously as any other dimension of your wellbeing. All sessions are conducted via secure telehealth, so you can access care from the privacy and comfort of your own space.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our first session is focused on getting to know you — your history, your goals, and what's brought you to therapy now. I'll ask questions to understand the full picture, and you're always welcome to share only what feels comfortable. There's no pressure to dive into everything at once. From there, we'll develop a personalized treatment plan together. Sessions typically involve a mix of open conversation, psychoeducation (learning about how the body, mind, and relationships intersect), and practical skill-building you can apply between appointments. For couples, sessions are structured to give both partners space to be heard, and I work to keep the dynamic balanced and productive — not adversarial. Most clients come in weekly, especially at the start, and we adjust frequency as you make progress. Sex therapy is talk therapy — there is no physical component, and sessions take place entirely via telehealth video.

In-network insurances

Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Office locations

Vanessa Cushing, BA, CST, LPC also offers online video visits for patients

Cushing Counseling (1 of 2)

12875 Yates Ford Rd, Clifton, VA 20124

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Cushing Counseling (2 of 2)

244 Biscayne Blvd 2904, Miami, FL 33132

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Education and background

Practice names

Cushing Counseling

Education and training

Johns Hopkins University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of Virginia (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1265148662

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Vanessa Cushing?

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Is Vanessa Cushing accepting new patients?

Vanessa Cushing generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Vanessa Cushing's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Vanessa Cushing accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Vanessa Cushing online?

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What practice does Vanessa Cushing work with?

Vanessa Cushing works with Cushing Counseling.

Where is Vanessa Cushing's office located?

Vanessa Cushing has 4 office locations, including in Miami, Clifton, and Clifron, view full addresses on Vanessa Cushing's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Vanessa Cushing?

Vanessa Cushing frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Vanessa Cushing on their profile.