Yaritssa Cabassa
I’m a Latina, bilingual therapist who brings warmth, curiosity, and a down-to-earth style to my work. I value getting to know each client as a whole person, and I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, respectful, and tailored to you. I draw on approaches such as CBT and TF-CBT, adapting our work to your needs, goals, and pace.
Think of our sessions as your morning coffee: a warm place to pause, recharge, and find strength for what’s ahead.
My cultural background and Spanish fluency help me connect with clients who want to explore their experiences in English or Spanish. I hope our sessions feel welcoming and grounding—like a good cup of coffee—and leave you feeling supported as you work toward change.
First session
Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. We’ll talk about what you’d like support with, what you hope to get from therapy, and any questions you have about the process. You can share at a pace that feels comfortable—there’s no pressure to have everything figured out or to tell your whole story right away. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, more comfortable with what to expect, and with a sense of how we can work together.
Strengths
I bring warmth, empathy, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit to my sessions. I take time to understand each client’s experiences, strengths, and goals, then adapt my approach rather than relying on one method for everyone. I draw on CBT and TF-CBT and work with clients to find strategies that feel useful and manageable for them. As a Latina therapist fluent in Spanish, I can also offer a culturally aware space where clients may feel comfortable expressing themselves in English or Spanish. My approach is down-to-earth and relational: I want you to feel genuinely heard, supported, and involved in the work we do together.
Ideal clients
My ideal clients are people who want a supportive, nonjudgmental space to better understand themselves and move toward change at their own pace. They may be dealing with anxiety, stress, difficult experiences, relationship concerns, or life transitions, or simply feel ready to explore what’s getting in the way of their well-being. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy; curiosity, uncertainty, or a desire for things to feel different is enough to begin. I especially value working with adolescents and families and meeting each client with respect for their unique experiences, culture, and goals.
Origin story
I became a therapist because I value the opportunity to understand each person’s story and support them as they work toward meaningful change. I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel heard, respected, and able to show up as themselves. I also continue to learn from my clients, because every person brings a different perspective, history, and set of strengths to the work.
Ongoing work together
Our work will be collaborative and guided by your goals. We’ll check in regularly about what feels helpful, explore patterns and challenges, and practice strategies that fit your needs, drawing on approaches such as CBT and TF-CBT when appropriate. We can adjust our plan as you grow and your needs change. Progress may look like feeling more able to manage difficult emotions, understanding yourself more clearly, using new tools in daily life, or taking steps toward goals that matter to you. We’ll recognize progress together, including the small steps along the way.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT collaboratively to help clients notice how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. Together, we identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck and practice practical strategies—such as reframing unhelpful thoughts, building coping skills, and trying new responses between sessions. I tailor the pace and tools to each client’s needs and goals, and check in regularly about what feels useful. When working with trauma, I may also draw on TF-CBT strategies when appropriate to the client and their needs.
Location
Virtual sessions