I am a mental health counselor licensed in Florida since 2004. My undergraduate and graduate degrees are from University of Florida.
During my counseling career, I have enjoyed working with individuals of all ages and walks of life, challenged with various concerns such as depression, anxiety, chronic illness, disability, relationship issues, physical and emotional trauma and career transitions. I am a certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist.
I use a strength based approach and integrative frame of work with my clients, tailoring treatment to your individual needs. Through sensitivity, warmth and compassion, I can help you overcome the barriers that have kept you stuck.
It takes courage to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family problems, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gottman Method, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
FL LMHC MH7943
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Yvonne is so incredible! So helpful and such a great listener. She is always so respectful and comforting and encourages introspection.
Written on Apr 04, 2024 after therapy with Yvonne for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Yvonne has a gift for being able to understand my situation even when I'm not aware of what to call it or know what I'm going through. She can identify what I'm experiencing and explain it to me. She provides me with helpful resources and helpful suggestions to help me navigate my life to a better direction. Thank you!
Written on Oct 24, 2023 after therapy with Yvonne for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Yvonne is a fantastic listener and creates a safe space for transparency through communication.
Written on Jul 18, 2023 after therapy with Yvonne for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
Very sweet woman! Listening to me and offering goals, messaging me on her own, would recommend <3
Written on May 16, 2023 after therapy with Yvonne for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, and adhd