- Stress and grief help
- Substance use support
- English and Spanish
About Yvonne
Yvonne Torres is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Rehabilitative (LCSW-R) practicing in New York with 33 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. She communicates in both English and Spanish.
She focuses on practical steps to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Sessions involve talking through recent problems, identifying patterns, and trying different ways of coping. She aims to help people regain motivation, confidence, and a clearer sense of direction.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice with people affected by substance use and loss. She also addresses issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and immigration concerns. First responder issues, domestic violence, and end-of-life counseling are also part of her experience.
In sessions she works collaboratively to set realistic goals. Conversations and plans are adjusted as progress is reviewed. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address mood, trauma, and addictive behaviors.
People can expect straightforward guidance about coping skills, communication, and decision points. The clinician encourages small, manageable steps and checks in on what is working. For Spanish speakers, services are available in Spanish as well as English.
How evidence-based methods work in online sessions
Yvonne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on symptoms and practical change. One common approach is cognitive-behavioral work, which looks at unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches skills to respond differently. That method is useful for anxiety, low mood, and many phobia-related concerns. Another approach involves trauma-focused strategies that help process painful memories and reduce their impact on daily life. These strategies aim to lessen distress and improve functioning over time.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review concerns, goals, and preferences and recommend methods that fit the person’s situation. Plans are adjusted as progress is tracked so methods can change if something isn’t helping.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people connect from different locations, which can help those who live outside New York or who find in-person meetings difficult to arrange.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
33+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, plus related issues like caregiver stress and immigration concerns.
What is her style in sessions?
Sessions are collaborative and practical, focusing on coping skills, problem solving, and clear goals over time.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 33 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Rehabilitative (LCSW-R) based in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are accepted; check scheduling and local regulations when arranging sessions.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule the first session.