Yvonne Copeland, LICSW

Yvonne Copeland, LICSW, welcomes adults who are feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety and want practical support. She acknowledges that starting therapy can be hard and aims to make the first steps feel manageable. Her tone is calm and straightforward, and she focuses on the person in front of her.

She emphasizes collaboration and works with clients to set clear, achievable goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a central part of her practice; she helps people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try different ways of thinking and acting. Mindfulness techniques are used alongside CBT to help with grounding and focus.

Yvonne also draws on client-centered and solution-focused methods that build on each person’s strengths. Motivational interviewing is part of her toolkit for people who want help making changes but feel stuck. She tailors tools and pacing to what feels realistic for each client.

Over a 15-year career she has supported adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship strain, career transitions, chronic illness, substance concerns, parenting stress, and caregiving challenges. That variety has informed a practical, flexible approach to therapy.

First sessions are used to listen and gather the story of why someone is seeking help, and to plan next steps together. The aim is to offer steady, judgment-free support while people learn skills that fit their daily lives.

How her approaches translate to online work

Yvonne often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify the thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anxiety active and then practice different, more helpful responses. She pairs CBT with Mindfulness Therapy exercises that teach simple breathing and attention skills to reduce overwhelm and improve focus. She also uses client-centered and solution-focused ideas to build on what is already working in someone’s life and set short-term goals.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. She will listen to your goals, try methods you’re comfortable with, and adjust the plan as you learn what helps. The early sessions are used to decide together which tools and exercises fit your needs and daily routine.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, maintain continuity during life transitions, or reduce travel time. Online work can also allow for shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling when needed. Talk with her during the matching process about what will work best for timing and how to make sessions a realistic part of your week.