I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana and have been for thirty years. Though I have practiced most frequently in a school environment, I have worked in other settings with a variety of populations, including teens and young adults. My areas of expertise include ADHD, anxiety and depression and personality disorders. My therapy style is low key and empathetic, with regard for the individual as a person of uniqueness with strengths and weaknesses that defy often negative labels. I use a variety of modalities in my approach, including cognitive behavioral, rational emotive, psychodynamic / transactional analysis and humanistic approaches. The approach(es) used and the eventual treatment plan will be tailored to the unique needs of the individual.
Therapy is a journey, and like most journeys, it begins with a single step that may well be tempered by fear or doubt. The road to change take courage to begin with that first step into a future that offers a promise for tomorrow.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coaching, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Communication problems, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Personality disorders, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
LA LPC 972
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Dr. Banai is amazing! She makes me feel heard and helps me build tools to better deal with the things I struggle with. I would highly recommend!
Written on Jan 16, 2025 after therapy with Yael for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and adhd
Dr. Banai has taught me methods that have changed my life. She puts things into perspective and helps me change and grow for the better.
Written on Dec 29, 2024 after therapy with Yael for 2 years and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
Dr. Banai has helped me in countless ways. Not only has she offered a safe place for me to vent my feelings and express my concerns, she's also given me practical tools to implement to improve my overall life. She always responds to me quickly and has become a big part of my healing journey.
Written on Sep 04, 2024 after therapy with Yael for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Banai is great.
Written on Apr 16, 2024 after therapy with Yael for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Banai was very professional and resourceful.
Written on Mar 10, 2024 after therapy with Yael for 1 year and 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr. Banai has helped me organize my thoughts and feelings, has provided direction and guidance toward improving my self image.
Written on Nov 02, 2023 after therapy with Yael for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd