About Vanessa Pannell
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
Autism
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Asperger's Syndrome
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Crisis Intervention
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Individuals
Young adults (18-24)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Strength-Based
Eclectic
Family Systems
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Vanessa Pannell
Vanessa Pannell is a skilled and compassionate psychotherapist at WiseMind Therapy in Southlake, TX, offering both in person and secure virtual therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults.
Vanessa creates a positive, judgment free environment where clients feel heard, understood, and comfortable expressing their thoughts and emotions. Her collaborative approach helps clients build self awareness, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and create meaningful change.
With more than a decade of experience working with teenagers, adolescents, and their parents, Vanessa especially enjoys helping teens and young adults untangle complicated thoughts and emotions, manage stress, and develop healthier ways to cope and communicate. She also works closely with families to improve communication, strengthen relationships, and develop practical strategies that work in everyday life.
Vanessa has extensive experience supporting neurodivergent children, teens, and young adults, as well as their caregivers. She enjoys helping families better understand one another, navigate challenges related to communication and emotional regulation, and create supportive environments where everyone can thrive.
Vanessa's first career was in print journalism, which shaped her ability to listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions, and help people feel truly understood. She meets clients where they are while gently encouraging exploration of areas that may feel uncomfortable. Often, those areas provide some of the greatest opportunities for growth.
Vanessa earned her Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington and remains committed to staying current with mental health research and evidence based practices.
What should a new client know about working with you?
When you work with me, you can expect a collaborative and supportive approach. I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can be honest, ask questions, and talk about what is really going on without fear of judgment.
I will meet you where you are and work with you to better understand your thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. Together, we will identify what is getting in the way and develop practical strategies that fit your life, rather than trying to force you into a one size fits all approach.
With teens and young adults, I focus on building trust, helping them feel heard, and giving them tools to better manage emotions, stress, relationships, and communication. When appropriate, I also involve parents and families to help improve communication and create healthier dynamics at home.
I have a particular interest in working with neurodivergent clients and their families. Therapy may include helping family members better understand each other, navigate communication differences, and find strategies that work for everyone.
Therapy is not about having all the answers. It is about having a safe, supportive space to explore what is happening and having someone alongside you as you work toward meaningful change.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach is collaborative and flexible, and each session is tailored to the client’s age, needs, and goals. Sessions may include talk therapy, skill building, hands on activities, or games, especially when working with children and teens. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies to help clients understand their thoughts and emotions, improve emotional regulation, manage stress, and develop healthier coping skills.
A typical session may include checking in about how things have been going, identifying current challenges, talking through situations or relationships, and practicing skills that can be used outside of therapy. With teens and young adults, I may incorporate interactive activities to make therapy engaging and developmentally appropriate.
When working with families, sessions may include parents or caregivers when helpful. We may focus on improving communication, understanding each other’s perspectives, and developing practical strategies that can be used at home.
My goal is for clients to leave sessions with greater understanding of themselves and practical tools they can use in everyday life.
Vanessa Pannell, LMSW is not in-network with any insurances
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $130 for 75 minutes
Ongoing session: $120 for 53 minutes
Popular visit reasons
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Young Adult Issues
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
New Patient Visit
Pediatric Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Office location
Vanessa Pannell, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- The University of Texas at Arlington, Master's in Social Work
How soon can I make an appointment with Vanessa Pannell?
Generally, Vanessa Pannell has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Vanessa Pannell's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Vanessa Pannell accepting new patients?
Vanessa Pannell generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Vanessa Pannell's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Vanessa Pannell accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Vanessa Pannell online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Vanessa Pannell using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Vanessa Pannell work with?
Vanessa Pannell works with WiseMind Therapy PLLC.
Where is Vanessa Pannell's office located?
Vanessa Pannell has 2 office locations, including in Fort Worth and Southlake, view full addresses on Vanessa Pannell's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Vanessa Pannell?
Vanessa Pannell frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Vanessa Pannell on their profile.
What languages does Vanessa Pannell speak?
Vanessa Pannell speaks English.