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Heather Yokum

LPC

Heather Yokum , LPC

Therapist in Louisiana

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About Heather

Heather Yokum, LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), is a Louisiana-based therapist with 13 years of experience supporting people through addiction, trauma, and major life changes. She focuses on building compassionate, strength-based therapeutic spaces where individuals can safely examine their experiences and cultivate practical coping skills that fit their lives.

Heather centers her work on each person’s unique story, collaborating with children, adolescents, and adults to create individualized plans that promote emotional balance and meaningful change. She draws on evidence-based practices and applies a trauma-informed perspective to help clients develop greater self-awareness, improved emotional regulation, and increased resilience.

With a calm, nonjudgmental presence, Heather helps clients identify and use their existing strengths while also introducing strategies for recovery and growth. Her aim is to walk alongside people as they navigate difficult transitions, recover from past hurts, and rebuild a more sustainable sense of well-being.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Heather employs a trauma-informed approach that recognizes how past abuse and overwhelming experiences can affect present reactions, helping clients process those memories at a pace that feels manageable and supports healing. She also uses a strengths-based framework, which focuses on identifying and building existing skills and resources so clients can apply practical strategies to cope with addiction, navigate life transitions, and manage emotional distress. In addition, she integrates evidence-based practices to guide treatment choices and tailor interventions to the concerns presented.



Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Heather works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best with their needs, goals, and preferences. She reviews options together, adjusts techniques based on progress, and involves clients in decision-making so the plan feels realistic and personally meaningful.



Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in care, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make scheduling easier around work, school, or family obligations and allow ongoing support when in-person visits are not convenient. Licensed professionals like Heather aim to make therapy accessible while tailoring sessions to the format that best supports each client’s progress.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Heather Yokum have?

Heather Yokum has 13 years of experience.

Is Heather Yokum a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. Her license is LA LPC 7586.

In which languages does Heather Yokum provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Heather Yokum located?

She is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Heather Yokum as my therapist?

You can work with Heather Yokum through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Heather Yokum work with international clients?

Heather Yokum does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Heather Yokum cost?

The cost of therapy with Heather Yokum can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English

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