Vanessa Gamboa, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Montgomery County, PA

Hi! I’m Vanessa Gamboa (she/her) and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Lilac Therapy Center, LLC.  I enjoy working with clients ranging in age from 13 to 55 years old, and I specialize in supporting teens and their families.  My approach to therapy is affirming and non-judgmental, relational, anti-oppressive, and strengths-based.  I take a holistic approach to therapy, recognizing the interconnectedness of various aspects of clients’ lives and how these can impact their mental health and well-being.  My goal is to provide affirming and celebratory counseling to all my clients, but especially my clients who are BIPOC, queer, gender-expansive, and/or are in non-traditional relationships.  I want you to feel supported, respected, and heard.

I am a therapist for teens and adults.  

I have over 13 years of experience providing counseling services to a diverse range of clients in a variety of clinical settings.  I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and I have a passion for supporting those in the BIPOC and LGBTQPIA2+ communities.  I use a variety of modalities in therapy, depending on client need, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, elements of Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, and other evidence-based practices.  I am also trained and certified in providing letters of support for individuals seeking gender-affirming surgeries.  When working with teenagers, I strive to maintain a working relationship with parents as well with the goal of providing well-informed care for your child.  Together we will explore what is currently a challenge for your teen and work together to identify how best to move forward.  I prioritize building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients and working collaboratively to identify goals and develop clear strategies for achieving them.

Education and Training:

Vanessa Gamboa, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her Master’s in Social Work from Temple University in 2015.  She is also a Beck Institute CBT Certified Clinician and completed training through the Transgender Training Institute to provide letters of support for individuals seeking gender affirming surgeries.  She has worked in a variety of clinical settings, including outpatient therapy practices, residential treatment facilities, and therapeutic summer camps. When not at work, Vanessa enjoys spending time with her three cats and is an avid reader.