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Dr. Vanessa Gross, MD, MA, AMFT

Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #AMFT-126046
(424) 361-6196 connect@cachristiancounseling.com

Employed by A Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling Corp Supervised by Dr. Joe Raphael, DrPH, MBA, LMFT. As your therapist, I will listen to your story and work with you to craft an individualized approach to therapy based on your situation and circumstances. I have experience helping clients dealing with a variety of issues by using a number of different therapeutic approaches catered to each need. If you’re struggling to overcome the challenges you face, I invite you to consider Christian counseling as part of your healing and recovery journey. By relying on the Holy Spirit for direction, it’s possible to be set free from the aspects of your life that are hindering your growth and experience lasting joy and peace.

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