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Yashira Valdez

LCSW

Yashira Valdez , LCSW

Therapist in Florida

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About Yashira

Yashira Valdez is a licensed clinician in Florida who combines practical strategies with a compassionate approach to support personal growth. As an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she draws on professional training and six years of clinical experience to help people build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. She completed her degree at Florida International University and uses that foundation to inform individualized care.

Yashira emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and empathy in every interaction, tailoring conversation and treatment plans to the unique needs of each person. Her style centers on collaboration and clear goals, helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, depression, and life transitions with practical tools and encouragement.

Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Yashira honors each step a person takes toward change and aims to create a supportive space for progress. She adapts interventions to match individual priorities and circumstances, working to foster sustainable coping skills and greater confidence over time.

Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replacing them with more balanced patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and managing everyday challenges by teaching practical coping skills. Mindfulness Therapy invites gentle attention to the present moment and helps people develop awareness of thoughts and emotions without judgment. It can reduce emotional reactivity and support stress management and mood regulation. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that strengthens a person’s own motivation for change by exploring ambivalence and personal values, which can be helpful for building commitment to treatment goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques and strategies best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This tailored method helps refine the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical benefits such as flexible scheduling and multiple ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make consistent care easier to fit into a busy life. These options increase accessibility and allow licensed professionals to support clients from different locations while preserving the collaborative, structured work that supports meaningful change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Yashira Valdez have?

Yashira Valdez has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Yashira Valdez a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are FL LCSW SW20598.

In which languages does Yashira Valdez provide therapy?

Yashira Valdez provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Yashira Valdez located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Yashira Valdez as my therapist?

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

Does Yashira Valdez work with international clients?

Yashira Valdez does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Yashira Valdez cost?

The cost of therapy 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

Self esteem

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesJealousyPostpartum depressionYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English, Spanish

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