I’m Vanessa Pruitt — therapist, supervisor, and co-founder of a thriving group practice, Alfrey and Pruitt Counseling. At Seven Stones Mental Health, I’m dedicated to empowering fellow therapists — especially play therapists, trauma-informed clinicians, highly sensitive individuals, and neurodivergent professionals — to integrate creative, ethical approaches into their work and build meaningful, impactful practices.

My mission is to help you feel confident, ethical, and supported as you explore innovative tools, strengthen your systems, and bring your vision for healing work to life.

🌱 My Professional Journey

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Nebraska–Kearney and a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Emporia State University. My experience includes individual and group counseling, ADHD and learning disorder assessment, and trauma-focused interventions such as play therapy, sand tray therapy, and EMDR.

I’m actively pursuing certifications in EMDR and Registered Play Therapy, and I’m committed to lifelong learning in diversity, inclusion, and neurodivergence-affirming practice. My professional growth is fueled by a passion for helping therapists navigate areas often overlooked in formal training — like integrating video games, digital play, and modern tools into clinical work with confidence and care.

🔑 How I Support Therapists

Through Seven Stones Mental Health, I offer:
✅ Research-informed resources and guides that blend science, best practices, and innovation
✅ Consultation and supervision that address real-world challenges and opportunities in creative, ethical practice
✅ Practical tools and strategies you can carry forward — designed to make your work easier, clearer, and more impactful

My approach combines thoughtful research with modern tools (including data synthesis and innovative technologies) to help you gain insights, stay organized, and feel equipped for action.

💡 My Approach: Pillars of Empowerment

• Intuition as Compass — Trusting inner wisdom to guide clinical and business decisions

• Neuroplasticity for Transformation — Embracing the brain’s ability to change as a foundation for growth

• Mind-Body Balance for Harmony — Integrating mindfulness and body awareness into life and work

🌟 Beyond the Therapy Room

As a mother of four, I deeply understand the need for balance, empathy, and resilience — and these values shape both my therapeutic philosophy and the way I support fellow clinicians.