Meet Vania

For nearly 25 years, Vania has walked alongside families during some of life’s hardest moments: emotional struggles, developmental transitions, and educational crossroads. With a background as a therapist, coach, and consultant, she helps families come to terms with who their young person truly is, what they need to thrive, and how to move forward with clarity and purpose.

As the founder of V. Matheus Therapeutic & Educational Consulting, Vania has visited and vetted hundreds of therapeutic and experiential programs across the country, often more than once. She only recommends programs she genuinely believes in. These are programs with strong leadership, a focus on growth rather than pathology, and a consistent record of meaningful, lasting outcomes. Her familiarity with these environments allows her to make highly personalized recommendations that reflect each family’s goals and their young person’s needs.

Prior to launching her consulting practice, Vania worked in clinical therapy, adolescent intensive outpatient programs, and family counseling at Loma Linda University, St. Helena Hospital, and Caritas Family Services. She holds Master’s degrees in both School Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy, and is also a certified Co-Active Coach. In recognition of her contributions to youth and families, she received the Rising Star Award from La Sierra University.

Vania’s approach is grounded in systems thinking, deep listening, and strength-based coaching. Her work is also shaped by personal interests that bring creativity and balance to her practice, including mindfulness, yoga, travel, and improvisational theater. These experiences influence how she shows up — with curiosity, flexibility, and a deep respect for the human experience.

At V. Matheus Consulting, the belief is simple:

With the right support, transformation is possible.

Families can move from crisis to clarity.

Young people can rediscover their strength.

And when you're ready to take the first step, Vania is here to walk with you.