In this episode, Vanessa Anderson, a military veteran and military spouse, shares her journey from the military to civilian life and her experience with vocational rehabilitation benefits. She discusses the limitations of the GI Bill and highlights the advantages of vocational rehabilitation. Vanessa also provides strategies for finding suitable employment opportunities, managing work-life balance, and preventing burnout. She emphasizes the importance of setting healthy boundaries and offers insights into her coaching business, Arm for Success Consulting. In this conversation, Vanessa Anderson shares insights and advice on various topics related to coaching, therapy, and VA benefits. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries and terminating client relationships when necessary. Vanessa also emphasizes the value of pricing and the challenges of being a business owner. She provides guidance on navigating VA benefits and resources, including education benefits and vocational rehabilitation. Vanessa highlights the limitations of therapy at the VA and offers tips for accessing therapy services. Finally, she shares her expertise in vocational rehabilitation and education benefits and encourages veterans to seek support and resources.
ABOUT:
Vanessa is a military veteran and military spouse who served for six years in the Army before transitioning into graduate school for Social Work. After earning her MSW, she began working full-time as a therapist supporting veterans and military spouses. Over time, Vanessa identified recurring challenges among her clients—issues that could be addressed outside the therapy room. This realization led her to establish Armed For Success Consulting, a business dedicated to helping the military community navigate hurdles and access essential resources. Her goal is to empower veterans and military spouses by connecting them to the knowledge and support they need.
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