About Me

I am a third-generation Floridian and lifelong Gator fan. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, a Master’s in Education with a concentration in Marriage and Family Counseling, and a Specialist in Education degree — all from the University of Florida. Most of my clinical experience has been in private practice, supporting individuals and families across the lifespan. In 2012, I founded Vann Counseling & Consulting in Gainesville, Florida, and have worked as a solo practitioner ever since. Since 2020, my practice has been entirely virtual, allowing me to serve clients and families across the Southeast through telehealth.

When I am not in session, you will find me cooking without a recipe, wishing I were at the lake, getting lost in a good book, traveling with my husband, chauffeuring and loving the three mini-Vanns, and slowly losing the battle against the ever-growing collection of coffee cups on my desk.

Therapeutic Approach

My approach to therapy is neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and grounded in your strengths. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership, one where you feel seen, supported, and safe to explore whatever comes up. We will work together to set goals that feel meaningful to you, and I will bring curiosity, empathy, and a big-picture perspective to help connect the dots between your past and your present.

As a systemic therapist, I pay close attention to the ways that identity, culture, gender, and power shape how we move through the world, because those things matter. With well over a decade of experience working with neurodivergent individuals and families, and my own lived experience in that space, I aim to create a place where you can show up as your full self. If you are interested in healing your relationship with your body, exploring your inner child, becoming more attuned to your emotions, or building healthier connections with others, you are in the right place.

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