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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT

Vanessa Harper

Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
5 Endorsed
2464 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
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I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specialized in working with individuals and relationships on a variety of issues including race-related stress, anxiety, self-esteem and identity development, as well as intimacy and rebuilding trust and communication. I use a client-centered and collaborative approach to establish treatment goals, build upon strengths and growing edges, and to lift constraints which may be keeping you from achieving your goals.
First, we’ll focus on actionable, behavioral changes you can take to meet your goals. If you continue to feel stuck, we'll then focus a bit deeper into your emotion and meaning making processes to further explore where the solution you're seeking may be constrained - all while navigating at a pace that feels safe for you and building trust along the way.
As a systemic thinker, I believe therapy is most successful when the important issues are considered in the unique context of your lived experiences and the systems you exist within. The human experience is complex and I believe in the importance of tailoring my work and interventions to meet you where you are with a balance of warmth, empathy, and humor!
Vanessa Harper now for a free 15 minute consultation

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2464 N Clybourn Ave

Chicago, IL 60614 map

2001 North Milwaukee Avenue

Chicago, IL 60647 map

I have in-person availability on Tuesdays in our Wicker Park location and Wednesdays in our Lincoln Park location.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Family Conflict and Infidelity 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Connect with Vanessa Harper
Photo of Vanessa Harper, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

2464 N Clybourn Ave

Chicago, IL 60614 map

2001 North Milwaukee Avenue

Chicago, IL 60647 map

I have in-person availability on Tuesdays in our Wicker Park location and Wednesdays in our Lincoln Park location.
I specialize in Self Esteem, Family Conflict and Infidelity 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Out of Network
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Client's can pay out of pocket if they do not have insurance, are out of network, or would prefer to not file an insurance claim.
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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.
"
Client's can pay out of pocket if they do not have insurance, are out of network, or would prefer to not file an insurance claim.
Photo of Vanessa Harper, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
for a free 15 minute consultation now.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Gianna Savianno (Illinois / 166001447 ) Vanessa Harper
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Northwestern University, Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2023
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Loyola University Chicago Bachelors of Arts in Psychology / 2017
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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • Family Conflict
  • Infidelity

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Body Positivity
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex Therapy
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Do these issues align with your needs?
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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Do these issues align with your needs?

5 Endorsements

Lenora Perkins
Lenora Perkins
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalALMFT
Vanessa is a talented, multifaceted therapist who is passionate about individual and relational work. Vanessa is exceptional at creating spaces for clients to grow and thrive.
Alex Berkley
Alex Berkley
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalALMFT
Vanessa is a remarkably genuine and compassionate therapist who skillfully helps her clients navigate life and connect to their roots. She supports clients in healing while empowering them to find strength in their identity.
Max Chang
Max Chang
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalALMFT
Kind but assertive, great therapist to make changes in your life!
Matt Garman
Matt Garman
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTLPC
Vanessa is a great clinician, a total professional who balances supportiveness with accountability. She's a trustworthy collaborator who is always in your corner. Vanessa utilizes her expertise in individual and couples counseling to get results.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Feminist
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
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Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.
Photo of Vanessa Harper, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like.

Location

Primary Location

2464 N Clybourn Ave

Chicago, IL 60614

Additional Location

2001 North Milwaukee Avenue

Chicago, IL 60647

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I have in-person availability on Tuesdays in our Wicker Park location and Wednesdays in our Lincoln Park location.
Photo of Vanessa Harper, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
"
I have in-person availability on Tuesdays in our Wicker Park location and Wednesdays in our Lincoln Park location.
Photo of Vanessa Harper, Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT
Vanessa Harper
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, ALMFT