Yvonne Estrada , LMFT

Yvonne Estrada is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California with seven years of clinical experience. As an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - she has worked with individuals facing addictions, LGBTQ+ related concerns, trauma and abuse, and issues with anger and self-esteem. She also addresses related challenges such as first responder issues, infidelity, multicultural concerns, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, and self-harm.

Yvonne approaches care with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. Her work emphasizes practical coping strategies alongside exploration of the patterns and experiences that contribute to distress, with the goal of helping people build stronger coping skills and healthier relationships.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, and Yvonne acknowledges that courage. She aims to create a supportive environment where people feel heard and understood, and she partners with clients to develop a plan that aligns with their goals and circumstances.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Yvonne Estrada

Yvonne draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma-Focused Therapy, and she often integrates Mindfulness Therapy into her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to change them - it can help with anxiety, depression, and patterns that maintain addictions. Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on processing and resolving the impact of traumatic experiences and abuse, supporting people who struggle with trauma-related symptoms and their effects on relationships. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction techniques that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy, and Yvonne collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors tools and strategies rather than using a single rigid model, creating a plan that evolves as progress is made.

Online therapy with Yvonne is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, attend sessions from different locations, and maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change.