Congratulations on taking such a significant and courageous step in your self-care. My name is Ebony Yelder (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 20 years of experience providing counseling and psychiatric services. I have worked in a variety of settings to include, behavioral health hospitals, outpatient clinics, emergency rooms, in home counseling, as well as for the Department of Defense providing counseling services for our service members and their families. I am passionate about helping individuals cope with daily life challenges as well as more complex mental health concerns. My mission is to empower my clients through identifying and cultivating their strengths, consequently building upon these qualities to achieve the vision that they have for themselves. I strive to foster a relationship that provides a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to share openly and freely. "Be willing to take the first step, no matter how small it is. Concentrate on the fact that you are willing to learn. Absolute miracles will happen.” Louise Hay
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
During our first session time is spend discussing why the client is presenting for therapy and what they would like to achieve. In addition, we will discuss background information that is valuable in providing a foundation for our work together. This is also an opportunity for the client to ask any questions that they may have.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
While I primarily use Positive Psychology and Solution Focused Therapy approaches, I also subscribe to the belief that the therapeutic process should be individualized and not a one size fits all treatment modality. Every person is unique with whom at times can be faced with exceptional challenges causing significant emotional distress.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
I have over 22 years of clinical experience across a variety of settings positioning me to be able to support my client’s regardless of where they are on their self-care journey. I am dedicated to helping my clients get to the core of what is holding them back and then identify and utilize their strengths to rewrite their narrative and achieve the best version of themselves.