Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

3 Endorsed

Toronto, ON M6P

(289) 277-1251

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You may be someone who wants to better understand yourself - your emotions, your relationships, and the patterns that keep showing up in your life. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful and self-aware, yet still feel emotionally overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck repeating cycles that no longer serve them. You might be curious about where these patterns come from, how past experiences continue to shape you, and how to create change that feels genuine and lasting.

I offer relational, trauma-informed psychotherapy grounded in emotion-focused, narrative, and strengths-based approaches, with space to gently explore different parts of your inner experience. Together, we explore how emotions, the nervous system, and lived experiences interact, in support of deeper self-understanding.

You don’t have to have everything figured out to begin. Therapy with me is collaborative, warm, and grounded in genuine human connection - a space to explore, reflect, and show up as you are. I offer virtual therapy to clients across Ontario. If you’re feeling curious about yourself and ready to begin this work, I’d be happy to connect.

Call or Email Vanessa Russo now for a free 15 minute consultation - (289) 277-1251

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Discovering Self Psychotherapy

Toronto, ON M6P

(289) 277-1251

My website

I offer virtual therapy sessions via secure video on Thursdays from 12-8 p.m. ET and Saturdays from 12-3 p.m. ET.

I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Childhood Trauma

$170 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (289) 277-1251

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Discovering Self Psychotherapy

Toronto, ON M6P

(289) 277-1251

My website

I offer virtual therapy sessions via secure video on Thursdays from 12-8 p.m. ET and Saturdays from 12-3 p.m. ET.

I specialize in Life Transitions, Relationship Issues and Childhood Trauma

$170 Per Session

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $170

Payment Methods

American Express, Mastercard, Visa

At this time, I do not offer direct billing. Payment is completed via credit or debit card at the end of each session. A detailed receipt will be emailed to you, which you're welcome to submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement.

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 12442 Vanessa Russo

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 4 years

Attended Yorkville University, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

Additional Credentials

Membership with Ontario Society of Registered Psychotherapists (OSRP) 2021

Certificate from Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional - Evergreen Certifications 2026

I am a Registered Psychotherapist licensed with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional. I hold a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology with Distinction and an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Psychology.

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Life Transitions
Relationship Issues
Childhood Trauma

Expertise

Anxiety
Emotional Disturbance
Men's Issues
Peer Relationships
Self Esteem
Self-Discovery & Emotion Exploration
Stress
Women's Issues

I help young adults better understand themselves, their emotions, and the patterns that keep repeating in their lives and relationships. Our work often explores early experiences and emotional wounds, while also supporting anxiety, life transitions, boundary setting, stress, and communication. Therapy is a space for reflection, growth, and meaningful change.

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

3 Endorsements

A New Tomorrow Psychotherapy Services

Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MACP, RP

Vanessa is a warm, compassionate, and patient therapist who helps you grow in every part of life. She gently blends nutrition, the body, and mental health, and every session leaves you feeling supported, empowered, and truly so good.

Sierra Goldfinger

Registered Psychotherapist, MSc

Vanessa is a compassionate and empathetic therapist. Her warmth makes any individual she meets feel comfortable instantly and she creates the safest of spaces to foster immense growth and development in her clients' lives. I would highly recommend Vanessa!

Martina Banaj

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA

Vanessa brings a deeply compassionate approach to self-discovery and integrated wellness. She creates a space where clients feel genuinely seen, supported, and encouraged to reconnect with themselves in a meaningful way.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialogic/ Collaborative
Emotionally Focused
Integrative
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Interpersonal
Narrative
Person-Centered
Relational
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based

I believe therapy works best when it's collaborative, responsive, and tailored to the individual - not a cookie-cutter process. My work is grounded in person-centred and strengths-based therapy, with an integrative lens that often includes parts-oriented work, emotion-focused approaches, narrative exploration, and mindfulness practices grounded on what feels most supportive and meaningful for you.

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (289) 277-1251

Location

Primary Location

Discovering Self Psychotherapy

Toronto, ON M6P

(289) 277-1251

Email me

My website

Nearby Areas

Towns/Cities

Postal Codes

Neighborhoods

West Toronto

I offer virtual therapy sessions via secure video on Thursdays from 12-8 p.m. ET and Saturdays from 12-3 p.m. ET.

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 277-1251

I offer virtual therapy sessions via secure video on Thursdays from 12-8 p.m. ET and Saturdays from 12-3 p.m. ET.

Vanessa Russo

Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP, CIMHP

Call for a free consultation now - (289) 277-1251

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