Licensed to practice in Texas and accepts 43 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Child or Adolescent, Depression and 10 more.
(she/her)
Hello, my name is Stephanie Yonkers. As a therapist, my role is to help you navigate challenges, understand yourself better, and work towards the goals that are important to you. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy, , which means we’ll work on exploring thoughts and behaviors that affect how you feel. Together, we'll explore what’s going on for you and how we can work through it. Whether it’s anxiety, relationship issues, or something else, I’m here to support you in a way that feels right for you.
In our sessions, you can expect to talk about what’s on your mind, and we’ll work together to make sense of it. Sometimes, I might ask questions, offer feedback, or suggest exercises to try between sessions.
I have a deep sense of empathy, allowing me to connect with my clients and truly understand their experiences and emotions. This helps me create a safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. My extensive experience working with children and teens is one of my key strengths. I understand the developmental stages and unique challenges they face, which allows me to tailor my approach to meet their specific needs effectively. Although I specialize in working with younger clients, I am highly adaptable and can connect with clients of all ages. This flexibility enables me to provide effective support to a wide range of individuals, from children to adults. I approach each session with patience and calmness, which is crucial when working with clients who may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain. This demeanor helps to create a stable and reassuring environment for growth and healing. Additionally, I strive to be culturally sensitive and inclusive in my practice, recognizing and respecting the diverse backgrounds of my clients. This awareness helps me build strong, trusting relationships with individuals from various walks of life.
I specialize in working with children and teens, helping them navigate the unique challenges of growing up. However, I also have experience working with clients of all ages, offering support to anyone seeking to improve their emotional well-being and achieve their personal goals.
Other specialties
I identify as
Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy that helps people understand the thoughts and feelings that influence behaviors. It is commonly used to treat a wide range of disorders, including phobias, addiction, depression, and anxiety. CBT treatment usually involves efforts to change thinking patterns. These strategies might include: Learning to recognize one's distortions in thinking that are creating problems, and then to reevaluate them in light of reality. Gaining a better understanding of the behavior and motivation of others. Using problem-solving skills to cope with difficult situations. Learning to develop a greater sense of confidence in one's own abilities. Not all CBT will use all of these strategies. Rather, we can work together , in a collaborative fashion, to develop an understanding of the problem and to develop a treatment strategy.