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California, LCSW 75053; Washington D.C. LCSW #200001661
As a former attorney and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Yael specializes in assisting high-stress professionals, career-changers, and individuals struggling to find balance. Her approach is tailored to each client, drawing from her diverse background and extensive training to address their specific needs and values. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a foundation, she structures sessions to maximize effectiveness while incorporating humor and common sense. Her goal is to alleviate stress promptly while delving into the root causes for sustainable solutions. With rich experience seeing clients and providing clinical supervision across various demographics and settings, she offers individual therapy for adults in both English and Spanish, grateful for the opportunity to support clients in achieving fulfillment in their lives and relationships.
To anyone who has had to leave friends in the middle of brunch to respond to a last-minute client request, found themselves ill after making hours (and bonus), or spent their vacation responding to document requests staring at a field of sheep in New Zealand, I’m here to help. For those of you who are still struggling with balance and can relate (and have your own version of why it’s so hard to be an overworked/can’t say no/super together professional)--to you I say, “I get it.” Expect that in sessions I’ll be supportive, warm, and casual, while keeping us focused to make progress in treatment. I firmly believe that therapy should be practical, relatable, and tailored to you. Work-life balance is important, but it has to be based in reality. Your reality. And you. My approach integrates evidence-based techniques with common sense, humor, and lived experience, empowering you to assert your needs, find your version of balance, and overcome self-doubt, living in a way that authentically aligns with your values. While I’m intentional in addressing more apparent problems on the surface, I enjoy supporting clients in long-term growth and fulfillment. Together, we'll navigate life's complexities with clarity, resilience, and compassion. A satisfying life takes work. The real question is, “what kind of work?”
Masters of Social Work | University of Southern California, 2014; Juris Doctor | Emory University School of Law, 2008
Hispanic, Jewish
Jewish culture, Hispanic culture, Central and/or South American culture, European culture, White culture, Multicultural
English/Spanish
Judaism, Christianity, Catholicism, Non-religious (Agnosticism, Atheism, Secular)
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Virtual Only
Anxiety, Burnout, Panic attacks
Career counseling/coaching, Codependency, Dating, Depression, Existential questioning, First generation immigrant experience, Grief and/or loss, Insomnia, Life transitions, Midlife stress, Phobias, Second or third generation immigrant experience, Self esteem/self worth, Social anxiety, Socioeconomic issues
Challenging, Conversational, Empowering, Humorous, Solutions-oriented
Depth psychotherapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Mindfulness based, Strengths-based therapy, Trauma-focused, Solutions-focused brief therapy
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$350
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Individual Session
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Couples Session
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Family Session
Offers sliding scale spots
Yael is incredibly well-skilled and knowledgeable in CBT and other therapy modalities. She does great work supporting clients through stress and anxiety, resulting in long-lasting change and solutions for her clients.
Yael is a wonderful mentor to me, so I feel like I have an excellent sense of how helpful she is to her clients! She is warm and friendly, while being very professional, organized, and motivating. Her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with her ability to cultivate a safe space to open up make her a great fit for a wide range of people seeking therapy.
Yael is a highly skilled CBT therapist who is well versed in supporting young professional women who are navigating a stressful work-life balance. She is compassionate, highly competent and works to support you through challenging moments with empathy and practical strategies. With her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Yael helps young professional women develop healthier thought patterns, manage stress, and improve emotional resilience. Whether it's navigating workplace pressures, balancing personal and professional demands, or building confidence in decision-making, Yael provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore and address these concerns. Her approach combines evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by women in their daily lives.
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