I’m so glad you’re here. Truly.

I’m Vanessa Bennett, a Los Angeles-based (native New Yorker) licensed depth psychotherapist. My work weaves together Jungian, Buddhist, and Yogic philosophy, grounded in a somatic approach. While I love diving into theory, I’ll always bring you back to this present moment and into your body. Theory without curiosity and lived experience can feel preachy, and I loathe preachy. My approach to this work—and to life—is transparent, grounded, and real.

I’m using Substack to explore the conversations I’ve begun on social media in greater depth. Here, I can embrace the nuance that’s impossible to cover in a 90-second clip, allowing me to take my time and consider each idea from multiple angles. I want us to marinate in these reflections, letting them touch us more deeply. My hope is that my writings will serve as a springboard for growth, a gateway to deeper self-compassion and understanding, and ultimately, a portal to greater intimacy—with others and with ourselves.

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• Free Subscribers: You'll receive a couple monthly articles exploring the complexities of the human experience, along with video clips and audio offerings sprinkled in.

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