“Caring For Myself Is Not Self-indulgence, It Is Self-preservation, And That Is An Act Of Political Warfare”

-Audre Lorde

About Vanessa

Vanessa Bruce-Miller, LMSW is a Jamaican born woman whose identities have been integral in shaping her consulting work towards an anti-oppressive, relational, artistic, and spiritual based path. Vanessa is deeply invested in utilizing relational, psychodynamic, and strength based approaches in supporting individuals and organizations in meeting their wellness & DEI goals.

Vanessa offers Life Coaching, Corporate DEI & Wellness Consulting, Clinical Research, and Therapy services. Vanessa holds both a Bachelor’s in Sociology and a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from CUNY Hunter College. She also holds a professional certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion from Parsons School of Design, The New School. Vanessa lives & works in New York, NY out of her studio apartment that she shares with their 30+ plant children.

Fun Fact: Vanessa is a celebrated Metalsmith at BQMNY featured in Essence & a variety of publications.