Licensed to practice in California and accepts 2 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Family Conflict, Parenting and 10 more.
Rachel Yamada
(she/her)
New to Grow
I work with children, teens, and adults, using a specialized blend of behavior principles into my therapeutic practice. I started my career in special education as a behaviorist for children with autism and later worked as a school counselor for middle school students in East Los Angeles. I earned my BCBA in 2020 and my LCSW in 2021, allowing me to integrate behavior management techniques into my mental health practice. I love being able to work with clients from both a behavioral and mental health perspective, allowing space for big behaviors and big feelings to coexist and be processed together.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
During our first session, we will complete and/or review your intake information. We will identify your treatment goals and how I can support you in achieving these goals. We will go over any questions or concerns you have about therapy. As we get to know each other, we will establish a framework for working together so you can get the most out of your valuable time.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I'm here to help! I am directive yet empathetic and allow clients to tailor their therapeutic plan to meet their needs and goals. Please don't hesitate to reach out for a consultation to see if we might be a good fit.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I have expertise in special education, behavior management, parent-child relationships, and parenting stress and coaching. I offer specialized therapeutic support for parents/caregivers of children with challenging behavior, high risk mental health needs, and differentiated developmental needs. I work with adult clients who may be struggling with parenting and life stress, managing children with challenging behavior, and difficult parent-child relationships. Through therapy, we will establish coping skills and develop a plan to increase parenting confidence. I also work with children and teens with co-morbid developmental disorders and mental health needs.
Specialties
Top specialties
Anxiety
Family Conflict
Parenting
Other specialties
ADHD
Anger Management
Autism
Child or Adolescent
Coping Skills
Learning Disabilities
Life Transitions
Peer Relationships
School Issues
Women's Issues
I identify as
Asian / Asian American
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Teenagers (13 to 17)
Licensed in
California
Accepts
Cash - $150 per session
Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medi-Cal
Location
Virtual
My treatment methods
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I offer solution-oriented support focused on concrete strategies that can be practiced and discussed with feedback.
Child Parent Psychotherapy
I offer psychotherapy about typical child development and child adjustment challenges, behavior challenges, school challenges, mental health challenges, etc.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I offer CBT treatment focused on understanding how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected and impact your functioning.
Strength-Based
I always use a strengths-based perspective, highlighting achievements, progress, and positive reframing.