About me
Intimate relationships can be both deeply rewarding and inherently challenging. Difficulties often arise around communication, validation, intimacy, and maintaining individual independence. At times, these challenges may feel overwhelming or even insurmountable. Healing within a relationship is an ongoing process that requires consistent effort, open communication of thoughts and feelings, and the provision of reassurance and security in the commitment between partners.
I bring 10 years of post-education clinical counseling experience, including 7 years working specifically with couples. My preferred approach combines Psychodynamic principles with Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT). In the initial phase of couples therapy, including our first session, I guide couples in identifying their shared needs while also exploring individual issues, such as attachment difficulties or unresolved childhood experiences, through a psychodynamic lens.
All therapeutic approaches are tailored to meet the unique clinical needs of each couple, with the goal of guiding them toward achieving their relationship objectives. I assign exercises for couples and individuals to practice the skills discussed in sessions, and I also facilitate practice during our meetings to ensure these skills are effectively integrated into the couple’s dynamic.
The couples therapy journey is structured around clear, progressive goals, building from one session to the next. My primary aim is to help each individual enhance their capacity for compassion, understanding, validation, active listening, and empathy—both toward themselves and toward their partner.
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationships
- Trauma, Abuse
- Depression
- ADHD
Family conflicts , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Self esteem , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coping with life changes , Abandonment , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Years of Experience: 10
Services offered
Messaging
Phone
Video
Languages
English
Spanish
Licensing
NC LCSW C011006
SC LISW-CP 14722
CA LCSW 108975
Reviews
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Very nice and understanding!
Yovani is personable, professional, well educated and experienced. She is practical and straightforward. We have greatly appreciated her views and expertise.
Yovani is very great at what she does. She listens and is empathetic. Can’t wait for our 2nd session and going forward!
Best therapist!