I am a New York and Pennsylvania State licensed Mental Health Counselor and earned a Master Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Alfred University. I have continued to gain clinical experience with children, adults (immigrant and refugee population, young students/professionals, people of color) and families with trauma, depression, anxiety, substance use, life transition, cross cultural issues, acculturation, relationship conflict, stress management, career and work issues, and other mental health illnesses.
I practice an integrated approach with a combination of a strength-based, solution-focused, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). My therapeutic outlook focuses on ensuring to approach the therapeutic relationship in an empathetic and non-judgmental way, to ensure clients are comfortable and are empowered to understand and accept their strengths and focus on collaboratively finding those solutions that would relieve/alleviate current symptoms.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Abandonment, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
PA LPC PC017560
NY LMHC 008497
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She was amazing. Very patient and understanding. The way she puts everything into perspective is admirable. She helped a lot in the short time I had with her.
Written on May 14, 2025 after therapy with Yanely for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
a wonderful therapist, shes very understanding and approachable!
Written on May 14, 2025 after therapy with Yanely for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, compassion fatigue, and adhd
This is my first time doing therapy and I feel comfortable and safe with talking to her
Written on May 12, 2025 after therapy with Yanely for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes