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Yvonne Estrada

Compassionate, practical therapy tailored to you

LMFT California

Experience
7 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
Languages
English
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About Yvonne

Yvonne Estrada makes an immediate fit for people seeking a compassionate, practical therapist who emphasizes respect and individualized care. She is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with seven years of experience helping clients navigate addictions, LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, and self-esteem challenges.

Background and approach

Her practice centers on tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person's needs while maintaining a sensitive and nonjudgmental stance. Yvonne draws on several evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, psychodynamic perspectives, and trauma-focused approaches to address the emotional patterns that underlie difficulties.

She prioritizes clear collaboration so clients understand the rationale for interventions and can take active steps toward change. Prospective clients can expect a therapist who values cultural awareness and who brings experience with issues such as infidelity, multicultural concerns, non-monogamous relationship dynamics, first responder stress, and self-harm when these arise in therapy.

Sessions are provided in English and are arranged according to availability. Yvonne encourages those taking the first step toward support to proceed at their own pace and offers adaptable formats to fit different schedules and needs.

Approach-Focused Online Therapy

Yvonne integrates cognitive behavioral methods and trauma-focused approaches alongside mindfulness practices to address emotional and behavioral concerns. Cognitive behavioral work helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavioral patterns that sustain problems such as addictive behaviors or persistent anger. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on processing and stabilizing reactions related to past abuse or traumatic events so clients can reduce distress and regain daily functioning. Mindfulness techniques are used to increase present-moment awareness and emotional regulation, supporting calmer responses and improved self-esteem.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; Yvonne partners with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked in the past. Together they determine which combination of strategies best suits the client's situation and adjust the plan over time based on progress and feedback.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels with technology. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations within California and to fit sessions into daily life while working toward practical, meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Yvonne address?
She works with addictions, LGBT matters, trauma and abuse, anger, and issues with self-esteem, and also has experience with infidelity, multicultural concerns, polyamory or non-monogamous relationships, first responder issues, and self-harm when these arise.
What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?
The practice incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness therapy, psychodynamic ideas, and trauma-focused methods to help clients understand and change patterns that contribute to distress.
How long has she been practicing?
Yvonne has seven years of professional experience as a clinician working with the concerns listed in her profile.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a California licensed marriage and family therapist with the credential CA LMFT 136456 and practices from California.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for online work?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits their needs and the therapist's availability.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteem

Additional focus areas

First responder issuesInfidelityMulticultural concernsPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-harm

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English