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Power Path Counseling

You’ve Always Been the One Holding It Together.

You keep the peace. You manage the moods. You take care of everyone else’s needs first. And quietly? You’re exhausted. Numb. Maybe even angry—at yourself, at your partner, at how alone it all feels.

You’re not broken. You’re stuck in survival mode.

Your nervous system has been doing exactly what it learned to do to keep you safe.

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There’s a reason your body, brain, and relationships feel the way they do. 

You might be wondering:

  • Why do I always feel responsible for everyone?
  • Why do I shut down—or blow up—when things get tense?
  • Why do I attract emotionally unavailable or reactive partners?
  • Why do I feel invisible… or like I’m too much?

These aren’t flaws. They’re patterns. And they started somewhere real—usually in childhood or past relationships.

You learned to shrink, overachieve, perform, or disappear. And now, it’s showing up in your relationships, your body, your voice.

If you were emotionally neglected, smothered, controlled, or overparented—you may have never felt safe just being you.

It makes sense. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.

My clients are ready to:

  • Stop repeating the same painful patterns
  • Speak their truth—even when it feels risky
  • Calm their nervous system without checking out
  • Build relationships that are steady, honest, and mutual

 

In therapy, we’ll:

  • Work somatically—because talk alone isn’t enough
  • Integrate shadow parts (the ones that protect, sabotage, and need to be seen)
  • Practice in real time how to show up differently
  • Learn how to stay present instead of disappearing or overpowering

This isn’t about reinventing yourself—it’s about reclaiming the parts of you that got buried, shamed, or left behind. It’s about becoming someone you can finally trust to stay with you.

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Hi, I’m Vanessa Zakeya Bryant.

Many of my clients are people who love deeply but lose themselves in the process. The ones who carry it all but don’t feel seen. The ones who shut down or blow up—and then feel ashamed.

You might have grown up too fast. Or been overly managed, overly praised, or never truly known. Maybe your nervous system learned early on to stay small, stay busy, stay useful. And now that survival strategy is keeping you stuck.

I know that story—because I’ve lived both sides of it.

I’ve been the overfunctioner and the one who disappeared. I’ve tried to fix everything—and gone numb trying. I don’t believe in pretending I’m perfect. I believe in presence, repair, and the kind of work that actually transforms things.

If you’re tired of walking on eggshells or being called “too much”…
If you want to stop abandoning yourself just to make it work…

We can do this differently.

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Let’s change the pattern, starting now.

This Isn’t Just Therapy.
This Is A Revolution.
A Return to Self-Authority.

You weren’t born to be silent, overextended, or small. What’s happening in you isn’t just personal—it’s political, cultural, and ancestral.

When you regulate, reconnect, and reclaim your truth—that shift doesn’t just heal you. It echoes outward.

Because a grounded, empowered human is a threat to every system that profits from you staying sick, scared, and disconnected.

Let’s make your nervous system sovereign again.

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Victoria S
00:57 22 Apr 25
Vanessa is truly wonderful. I’ve been working with her for over a year now, and the growth I’ve experienced during that time has been amazing.One of the things I really appreciate about her is how she approaches each session, with openness and care. Even on the days when I think I have nothing to talk about, she helps uncover something meaningful, and those sessions often end up being the most insightful and productive.She also goes above and beyond by offering helpful resources, whether it's a book, a podcast, or an article, that complement what we’ve discussed. I always leave our sessions with more clarity, perspective, and tools I can use in my everyday life.
Madison W.
20:26 17 Mar 25
Vanessa and I have been working together for the past 2 years and I can honestly say that my life has improved significantly because of her support. She has a great depth of compassion, empathy, and guidance for her clients and with her coaching I have channeled the life I have always wanted. I can’t say enough great things about her and I will always be grateful for the safe space and honesty she allowed me during our sessions. I highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a therapist who will be there consistently and provides you tools that you can keep for a life time.
Chelsea M.
23:18 08 Mar 25
Vanessa has helped me through a really rough time in my life and I am grateful for her guidance. She always has intuitive things to say and ways of looking at the world and myself that I wouldn’t have thought of and can take forward with me. As someone who was very “anti-therapy,” she has shown me the value in learning to dig deeper. Plus, she has a sense of humor and is easy to talk to! She truly has set me on a path of power.
Josh Zulli, L.
23:08 24 Feb 25
Vanessa, a compassionate and empathetic therapist, creates a safe space for clients to process their emotions and provides consistent support. I am impressed by her ability to quickly connect with others.
Krystyna L.
00:33 19 Feb 25
Vanessa offers a holistic, mind and body experience, listening to your words while tuning into such things as breath, shift of energy, and physical and emotional response. Vanessa’s approach is comfortable, she emits warmth, compassion, and connectivity paired with welcomed and light hearted humor. I have worked with Vanessa using a variety of modalities and appreciate the vast toolkit, from talk therapy to EMDR to energetic practices.No matter how you walk in the door (whether physical or virtual), she will spend extra time to ensure you leave feeling shed from chaos and grounded in yourself. I look forward to my session with Vanessa every week!
Tiffany S
15:40 18 Feb 25
Vanessa is a compassionate, warm, and supportive therapist who excels at helping people feel stronger and more at peace. She helps her clients gain perspective and learn skills they need to build better relationships and feel more excited about life.
Christina B.
14:14 18 Feb 25
Vanessa's thoughtful, empathetic approach, paired with her keen insight, empowers clients to build deep, meaningful connections in their relationships, all while cultivating clarity and compassion along the way.
Simran M.
17:59 14 Feb 25
Vanessa's approach is truly transformative. She provides a warm and open environment for you to explore challenges and guides you towards alignment. Through work with Vanessa, you are sure to see positive changes in your life!
Jordan F.
16:06 12 Feb 25
Vanessa is truly one of the most articulate and insightful therapists I've ever had the privilege of working with. Not only does she have the clinical skills to help you grow and succeed, but she has fresh perspective and a warm approach that will surely help guide you in your healing journey. Don't hesitate to reach out to her today!
Megan D.
18:04 11 Feb 25
Vanessa at Power Path Counseling is highly skilled at helping clients cultivate more authentic relationships and communication, especially those ready to embrace the strength in their high sensitivity. If you’re ready to learn how to set boundaries and break free from codependent relational patterns, Vanessa is the therapist to call.
"Vanessa has been a guiding light in my journey towards healing. Her compassionate approach and insightful guidance helped me navigate through some of the darkest moments of my life. Through her therapy sessions, I gained a deeper understanding of myself and learned invaluable tools to cope with life's challenges. I'm forever grateful for her support." - Kimberly, ATX
"Working with Vanessa has been transformative for my relationship. Her expertise in relational therapy helped my partner and I address communication issues and deepen our connection. Vanessa creates a safe and nurturing space where we felt heard and understood. Our relationship has flourished under her guidance, and we're stronger than ever." - Mike and Collette, SATX
"Vanessa's therapy sessions felt like talking to a friend who just gets it. She helped me untangle my thoughts and emotions in a way that felt real and relatable. Thanks to her, I'm better equipped to handle life's curveballs with a sense of humor and resilience." - Alex, BTX
Vanessa skillfully held a welcoming space during our sessions, allowing for a profound exploration and understanding of my inner self. Grateful for her guidance. -Asham, ETX
Vanessa has been immensely helpful in my healing journey. The somatic tools she has provided me with are ones I will use for the rest of my life. She has empowered me to acknowledge and explore my emotions, which has drastically improved how I navigate my inner world. Duval, NTX
Vanessa offers a mind and body experience, listening while receptively tuning into such things as breath, energy and physical response. Vanessa’s toolbox is vast and comfortable, she emits warmth, compassion, connectivity paired with welcomed and light hearted humor. No matter how you walk in the door, she will spend extra time to make sure you leave feeling shed from chaos and grounded in yourself. -Johan, WTX
My time with Vanessa was nothing short of life-changing for me. The EMDR and nervous system regulation work we did has helped me feel like a "normal person" for the first time in my life. Vanessa is very professional, open, accepting therapist with a talent for asking insightful, probing questions in a gentle way. I would recommend her highly. -Amy DTTX
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