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Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nearly twenty (20) years of experience in the field, and I am also certified as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC). I offer a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable sharing your emotions, life experiences, challenges, and stressors at your own pace. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and supported as we work together toward your personal goals. I have experience working with individuals navigating trauma, substance use, depression, anxiety, and self-esteem challenges. My approach focuses on building skills in self-discovery, healing, self-care, communication, healthy boundaries, and emotional intelligence to support meaningful and lasting change. Reaching out for support can feel difficult, but taking this first step is something to be proud of. I am here to walk alongside you and provide guidance as you move toward healing and emotional well-being. I invite you to schedule your first session so we can begin this journey together
For some, therapy can feel anxiety-provoking; for others, it brings a sense of relief. Wherever you are in your journey, you are welcome here. Our first session is an opportunity to connect, explore your experiences, and identify your needs while beginning to set meaningful goals. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and welcoming space where you can openly discuss concerns such as anxiety, depression, self-care, self-discovery, and healing. Together, we will focus on strengthening communication skills, developing healthy boundaries, and building tools to support your emotional and overall well-being. Let’s begin.
I bring a strong clinical foundation rooted in empathy, active listening, and effective communication, allowing me to quickly build trust and meaningful therapeutic relationships. My approach is highly individualized, honoring each client’s unique experiences, core beliefs, values, and cultural background. I specialize in helping clients identify and work through the underlying roots of their challenges, fostering deeper insight and lasting change. Using a trauma-informed and strengths-based perspective, I empower individuals to reshape unhelpful patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and create new, more fulfilling life narratives. I am passionate about supporting clients in their journey toward healing, self-discovery, and improved emotional well-being, while equipping them with practical tools to sustain long-term growth.
I work with adults who are ready to overcome anxiety, depression, or negative thought patterns, providing practical strategies through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help regain emotional balance and control. I also support individuals processing trauma, offering a safe, nonjudgmental space through Trauma-Informed Care to build resilience, restore trust in themselves, and navigate life’s challenges. For those seeking meaningful change—whether it’s breaking unhealthy habits, improving motivation, or managing life transitions—I use Motivational Interviewing to clarify values, set achievable goals, and strengthen commitment to personal growth. I also help parents, caregivers, and professionals manage stress, improve relationships, and create healthier family or work dynamics. My goal is to empower clients to understand their experiences, develop coping strategies, and live a more confident, balanced, and fulfilling life
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
With over 20 years of experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I help clients overcome recurring thoughts, manage anxiety and depression, and improve daily life. Together, we’ll explore how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect—and use that insight to shift patterns, address root causes, and create a healthier, more confident you.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing, (MI) uses the basics of focusing (bring together), evoking (bring to mind) and planning (formulating). I like using MI with CBT in tandem with each other. While CBT is used to reframe harmful thought patterns, MI uses change talk to form an environment of acceptance, compassion and safety to reach a commitment of change.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps individuals accept difficult emotions and commit to meaningful, values-driven actions. Rather than eliminating challenging feelings, ACT focuses on changing your relationship with them, allowing you to move forward with purpose. Widely used in the treatment of substance use disorders, ACT equips clients with strategies to tolerate discomfort, navigate challenges, and build healthier, more resilient coping skills—without relying on substances.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
As children, we navigate life’s challenges and unexpected “curveballs,” and our mind develops different “parts” to help us adapt. In the context of healthy mental functioning, these parts work together like a cooperative family, guided by the core self—the oldest and wisest part of you. However, when we experience trauma, whether large or small, these parts can become rigid, and communication between them may break down. The result can resemble a dysfunctional family, with the degree of dysfunction reflecting the impact of the trauma. Through therapy, we can help restore harmony between these parts, fostering resilience, self-understanding, and emotional balance.
Trauma Informed Care
I provide Trauma-Informed Care, creating a safe and supportive environment where your experiences are understood and respected. Trauma can affect how we think, feel, and respond to the world, and my approach ensures that every interaction considers your past experiences and current needs. Together, we focus on building trust, fostering safety, and developing coping strategies that empower you to navigate life with resilience, confidence, and a renewed sense of control.
3 ratings with written reviews
January 21, 2026
For our first meeting, I’m encouraged!
May 24, 2025
Yvonne is the best therapist I have ever worked with. I cannot recommend her enough. If you need help, she is an excellent support. I am so fortunate to have met her on this platform!
February 1, 2025
Yvonne is amazing. She is the best therapist I have ever worked with and has helped me so much. 10/10 would recommend!