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Hello, my name is Yvonne M. Russ, MA, LPC, and CMAC. I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Georgia. I have worked in the field of counseling for at least twenty years and my expertise is working with individuals and families with; mental health disorders, domestic violence, parental and relationship issues, and addictions
I am constantly evolving and believe that each individual is unique, providing an opportunity for various therapeutic approaches. I am a strong advocate of establishing a therapeutic alliance that encourages and empowers each individual to commit to the process of change.
Specialties
• Addictions
• Grief and Loss
• Anger Management
Clinical Approach
Person-Centered, Reality therapy, CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing, Solution Focus and Rational Emotional Behavior Therapy
Additional areas of focus:Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Domestic violence, Drug and alcohol addiction, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
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Yvonne is so amazing. She's helped my tackle some big issues and keeps it very real with me. She also has amazing worksheets and homework to help you think deeper about some of your traumas.
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with yvonne for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Yvonne, is so connected to my issues and goals. She listens attentively and provides a sounding board allowing me to openly express myself.
Written on Feb 26, 2024 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Yvonne is a wonderful therapist. She listens carefully to what you're saying and helps you reflect on what it is you're saying and feeling. Very empathetic and absolutely a joy to talk with. Be prepared to face yourself because she cuts to the quick but helps guide your self reflection. I highly recommend her; a wonderful therapist and person.
Written on Jan 21, 2024 after therapy with yvonne for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, coaching, and adhd
She’s simply amazing and a great listener, honest and very supportive.
Written on Nov 15, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
Her direct, no nonsense approach worked well for me
Written on Aug 25, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management
Yvonne has done an amazing job and helping me open my eyes to the way that my mind works. She is patient and she is kind. She understands your feelings and helps you work through them. Or you appreciate Yvonne and all of the things that she has taught me and helped me work through. When you’re with Yvonne, you are in good hands
Written on Jun 27, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Yvonne is a great listener, helps me feel comfortable within myself, nonjudgmental, and easy to talk to!
Written on Jun 09, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Yvonne Russ has given me professional help and assistance with my struggles with relationships and stress.
Written on May 11, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
Yvonne, really took the time to listen to me and help me get on track immediately. She's very skilled and I would recommend her to any of my friends and family!
Written on May 10, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Yvonne is lovely to speak with and very gentle in her approach. Thank you for the sessions - they were definitely helpful.
Written on Mar 27, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 1 week on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Yvonne is great thanks to her naturally supportive nature. She's a good listener and I always feel that she has my best interests in mind, though she's also good at offering up different ways of looking at a situation. She validates my feelings, while delivering honest assessments of how she feels I should view the various situations I find myself in.
Written on Mar 09, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Fantastic
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Ms.Yvonne is the best! She truly understands me and helps me through my problems. Not only can I see a difference in my attitude but others around me see how far I’ve come.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
She’s very efficient in our sessions
Written on Jan 28, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is a very nice lady that is easy to talk to and takes the time to get to know me.
Written on Jan 24, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Yvonne identifies the issue readily and offers support with understanding and compassion. She checks in regularly.
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coaching
Yvonne has been extremely helpful in creative, supportive space for me to open up and talk.
Written on Aug 18, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and eating disorders
Yvonne is really easy to talk to, and really does a wonderful job at identifying what’s really going on.
Written on Jun 13, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Yvonne has been patient, engaged and supportive so far and I look forward to my sessions with her. I appreciate how she at times relates through personal stories the ways in which she's able to empathize with you and to help bring perspective to you story.
Written on Apr 10, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Yvonne is a treasure.
Written on Apr 07, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and intimacy-related issues
Yvonne is an asset to BetterHelp, I definitely wouldn’t want to undertake this journey with anyone else
Written on Apr 06, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, eating disorders, and self esteem
Love speaking with Yvonne. She always hears me and gives me sound advice.
Written on Mar 01, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and bipolar disorder
I saw Yvonne for a couple sessions and I do have to say that she has a very blunt and analytical approach to therapy. So I would not recommend her if you are looking for someone who is compassionate and considerate of your feelings.
Written on Jan 20, 2022 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Yvonne intently listens and provides me with the tools I need.
Written on Oct 28, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
In the few sessions that I’ve had with Yvonne - I feel heard and seen. She is get at summarizing our learnings from each session and has provided work sheets to take leanings forward.
Written on Oct 26, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Great counsellor that listens and offers useful and actionable recommendations
Written on Aug 09, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Yvonne has been so helpful in my short time I’ve been in counseling. She’s compassionate and really listens. She’s also helped me realize that I need to be kinder to myself and that eventually I will be ok.
Written on May 26, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Yvonne is very helpful and understanding. She makes me feel completely comfortable and safe and I really appreciate her advice and perspective on things.
Written on Apr 06, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks
Talking to Yvonne helped me a lot. She is very kind and caring and helps you reach a solution (and how to get there). I would recommend her to anyone. Thank you again Yvonne!
Written on Apr 02, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Such a great genuine person, with a very open mind and accepting person. Feels like i’m talking to an old friend or family member
Written on Mar 30, 2021 after therapy with yvonne for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
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