Rachel Yamada
** I am currently only accepting private pay clients through Grow. If you would like to use insurance (Aetna, Carelon, Providence), please visit me at https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/rachel-yamada-counseling-clinical-supervision-los-angeles-ca/1722961 ** I bring 7 years of experience to my practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I work with children, teens, and adults, integrating behavioral principles into a comprehensive mental health practice. Whether you are navigating a major life change, managing workplace burnout, or seeking support for your family, I offer a collaborative, grounded environment to help you move forward.
I earned my BCBA in 2020 and my LCSW in 2021, allowing me to integrate behavior management techniques into my mental health practice.
First session
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.
Strengths
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.
Ideal clients
Earning my BCBA and LCSW allowed me to bridge the gap between structured behavior management and depth-oriented therapy. I love working at this intersection—creating a space where big behaviors and big feelings can coexist, be processed, and understood together. ~Specialty Areas~ - Adults & Major Life Transitions: Dedicated therapeutic support for adults navigating workplace stress, burnout, new parenthood, and anxiety tied to major life adjustments. - Teens & Adolescents: Compassionate support for adolescents navigating anxiety, depression, peer conflict, and the development of healthy coping skills. - Parent-Child Relationships & Coaching: Practical skill-building and psychoeducation for parents and caregivers managing family conflict, challenging behaviors, and home dynamics. - Neurodiversity & Special Education: Targeted support for families and individuals navigating neurodivergent care or differentiated developmental needs. - Behavior Management & Emotional Processing: Blending practical, actionable tools you can use between sessions with a safe, collaborative space to process deep emotions.
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.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 100073