About me

As a licensed therapist in California, I bring over 15 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and intimacy-related concerns, with a particular commitment to the LGBTQ+ community.

I approach therapy as a collaborative journey, creating a compassionate and affirming space where individuals can explore their experiences, develop meaningful coping strategies, and cultivate personal growth. My therapeutic style emphasizes understanding, respect, and empowerment, recognizing that each person's path is unique.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I specialize in addressing addiction, communication challenges, and interpersonal dynamics. My goal is to support clients in building resilience, enhancing self-awareness, and developing healthier relationship patterns. I am deeply committed to providing inclusive, culturally responsive care that honors each individual's lived experience and personal strengths.

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationships
  • Intimacy
Also experienced in:
Antisocial personality , Attachment issues , Autism and Asperger Syndrome , Avoidant personality , BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture , Caregiver issues and stress , Co-morbidity , Codependency , Commitment issues , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Systemic Therapy

Years of Experience: 15

Services offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

CA LCSW 81169

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Vanessa Spiteri. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.

Written on Apr 24, 2026 after therapy with Vanessa for 2 months on issues concerning relationship

Awesome therapist. Helped us strengthen our relationship and better communicate with one another

Work with me!