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Online therapist

Yolanda Adams-Johnson

Support for grief and parenting challenges

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Credentials
LCSW
Experience
8 years
Licensed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Yolanda

Yolanda Adams-Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people in Louisiana facing grief, parenting struggles, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. She works in a straightforward, respectful way and centers each person’s own experience. Sessions aim to clarify practical steps and build on existing strengths so daily life becomes more manageable.

Yolanda uses a client-centered approach, listening first and tailoring work to what matters most to the individual.

Background and approach

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small changes that can ease mood and behavior. Conversations may include coping strategies for loss, ways to improve motivation, and steps to manage sadness or isolation. Her background includes eight years of professional practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - in Louisiana.

She offers support that can include attention to spiritual concerns from a Christian perspective when clients want that included. The focus is practical: name the problem, try something different, and notice what changes. In sessions people can expect a calm, nonjudgmental presence and clear suggestions they can put into practice between meetings.

Yolanda emphasizes collaboration and respects each person’s pace. She encourages small steps and recognizes the courage it takes to reach out for help. Whether someone is coping with loss, navigating parenting challenges, or managing mood shifts, Yolanda aims to provide steady, compassionate guidance and concrete tools to move forward.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client’s lead. In practice that means the therapist asks about immediate concerns, reflects what she hears, and works with the person to set goals that feel doable. This approach helps when someone needs understanding and emotional support during grief or major life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. It uses simple, structured exercises to test beliefs and try new responses. CBT can be useful for depression, low self-esteem, and anxiety by giving concrete strategies to practice between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person’s needs, and adjust as progress is made. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to use and how quickly to move forward.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy days and to keep continuity when schedules or locations change. The variety of formats also allows clients to pick what feels most comfortable for sharing and practicing new skills.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She focuses on grief, parenting difficulties, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and process addictions.
What is her therapy style like?
She practices client-centered therapy that listens to each person first and uses cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. The style is collaborative and practical.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional experience working as a clinician in Louisiana. That experience includes helping people with loss, parenting issues, and mood concerns.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - with license number LA LCSW 13742 and practices in Louisiana.
Can sessions be offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
Which session formats are available?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
8 years
Licensed
Louisiana
Languages
English

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