About Me

Hi, I’m Vanessa Scotto. For over 25 years, I’ve devoted my life to supporting people on their journey of healing and self-discovery. Whether you’re a fellow healer, therapist, coach, or someone seeking deeper integration of mind, body, and spirit, I’m here to offer a safe, compassionate space where all of you is welcome.

My approach is intuitive, relational, and deeply personal—rooted in the belief that love and genuine presence are at the heart of true transformation. Having walked my own path as a long-time spiritual seeker, I understand firsthand the courage it takes to face our challenges and the profound gifts that can emerge from the healing journey. Specializing in guided parts work and embodiment practices, my approach is to help clients get beneath the surface of their conscious mind to uncover greater insight, resilience, and authentic self-connection.

I hold graduate degrees in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Transpersonal Psychology, advanced training in Contemplative Psychology, the Realization Process and Advanced Energy Healing. My work is informed by decades of meditation, study with renowned teachers in psychology and spirituality, and a deep commitment to bridging the mind’s patterns, the body’s wisdom, and the spirit’s longing for meaning.

As the former co-host of the podcast Bliss and Grit, and a guest on numerous other podcasts and platforms, I’ve had the honor of sharing conversations about spiritual awakening, psychological healing, and integrative transformation with a wide audience. More than half of the people I work with are fellow professionals—therapists, coaches, and healing practitioners—who trust me to support their personal growth and professional development.

Whether you’re seeking guidance for your own healing, or looking for mentorship as a practitioner, I’m dedicated to creating a space where you can bring your full self, explore what’s true for you, and discover new possibilities for your life and work. You are welcome here, just as you are.

I am grateful for all of my teachers and mentors. A special thank you to John Welwood, Judith Blackstone, Philip Brooks, Toni Brooks, Jetsun Kushok Rinpoche, Ram Dass, and Matt Kahn who have all deeply impacted my work and my life.

More about my Credentials:

  • Graduated from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine with a Masters in Traditional Oriental Medicine in 1999

  • Graduated from CIIS with a Masters in Counseling Psychology in 2009

  • Adjunct Professor at Pacific college and Casaloma University 2008-2013

  • Head of Culture and corporate mindfulness trainings at JugoFresh from 2015-2017

  • Certified in the Realization Process Therapy training with Judith Blackstone

  • Certified in Advanced Energy Medicine with Cyndi Dale

  • Certified in Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Yoga with Arielle Schwartz

  • Studied in Contemplative Psychology at Nalanda Institute with Miles Neale, Joe Loizzo and Robert Thurman

  • Took refuge in Buddhism with Jetsun Kushok Rinpoche in 2013

  • Facilitated a panel discussion at the Science and Nonduality Conference in 2018

  • Podcast co-host of Bliss + Grit podcast from 2017-2021

  • Areas of advanced professional study and focus included Hakomi, AEDP, and Psychosynthesis