Vanessa Burke

Registered Social Worker

B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., R.S.W.

Individual, Couple, and Family Counselling

Ages: Teens (13-17), Young Adults (18-24), Adults, Seniors

Vanessa has over 13 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. She brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in working with individuals experiencing addiction, anxiety, trauma, and grief and loss. Vanessa is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a proven-effective treatment for trauma, as well as anxiety, depression, and anger. Vanessa’s approach is informed by a combination of training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), enabling her to offer a diverse range of evidence-based interventions tailored to the unique needs of each client

Vanessa takes a holistic approach to working with clients and helps guide them in identifying strengths, new skills, and effective self-care practices. She creates a non-judgmental, open, and supportive environment where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered. Vanessa’s goal is to foster positive change and provide compassionate care that promotes healing and well-being.

Education:
  • Master of Social Work - Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL, Fellowship of the School of Graduate Studies for outstanding academic achievement.
  • Bachelor of Social Work - University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida
  • Bachelor of Arts - Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL

Certificates and Training:
  • Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Level 1
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Written Exposure Therapy (WET) for PTSD
  • Couples Training Therapy (Relational Life Therapy)
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
  • Memorial University, School of Social Work Field Instructor

Registration:
  • Registered Social Worker with Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers, #3191
  • Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers (NLCSW)

Professional Membership:
  • Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers (NLCSW)