- CBT
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness
About Yolanda
Yolanda Fajardo-Vela is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with 15 years of clinical experience in Texas. She lists stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, relationship concerns, grief, parenting strain, anger, career issues, and compassion fatigue among her focus areas, and also notes social anxiety and phobia.
Yolanda uses clear, practical conversations to help people notice what is getting in the way. Sessions focus on identifying strengths, setting realistic goals, and working through painful memories or patterns that keep repeating. She describes therapy as a collaborative effort where clients uncover answers they already hold and practice new ways of responding to daily challenges.
Her work draws on client-centered principles, which means she follows the client's lead while providing structure when needed. She also uses cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and DBT skills for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Mindfulness practices are woven in to help with grounding and present-moment awareness.
People often come for help with feeling watched, anxious in social settings, or stuck after a life change. Yolanda lays out step-by-step goals and checks progress along the way. She emphasizes practical tools that can be used between sessions so change carries into everyday life.
Sessions encourage direct, manageable steps rather than long abstract conversations. The approach aims to reduce overwhelm and build confidence in social situations and other areas that cause stress. Clear communication and measurable goals guide the work from the first appointment.
Approaches used in remote sessions and how they fit
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following the client's priorities. It helps people feel understood and guides the conversation toward their own goals and solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and offers concrete strategies to change unhelpful thinking that increases anxiety and avoidance.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist and client decide together which methods feel most useful, adjusting goals and techniques over time based on needs and progress. This collaborative process helps keep sessions practical and focused on what matters to the person.
Session formats are not specified in the provided information, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also make it possible to practice skills in real-life settings and bring in everyday challenges for discussion during the appointment.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Texas, New Mexico
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, relationship strain, grief, parenting, anger, career issues, compassion fatigue, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapy style like?
The style is client-centered and practical. Sessions focus on goals, skills, and concrete steps to manage thoughts and emotions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Yolanda has 15 years of professional experience working in mental health settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what is the cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.