About the Author

Vanessa Acero is a licensed therapist, author, and certified yoga instructor with extensive experience working with trauma, emotional wellness, and mental health. A lifelong learner, she has completed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction training through Brown University and continues to integrate mindfulness, mind-body practices, and evidence-informed approaches into her work.

Inspired by the belief that children are our future, Vanessa created Now Is the Journey and Little Footprint, You Belong to encourage emotional awareness, self-discovery, empowerment, and a sense of belonging from an early age.

Beyond her clinical and creative work, Vanessa is actively engaged in community advocacy and initiatives supporting children and families. At the heart of her work is a simple hope: to help children understand their emotions, embrace who they are, and know that their story matters.