Jonathon Yassanye
Practical, person-centered care for anxiety and life changes
LISW, LCSW California
- Experience
- 8 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Anger
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Jonathon
Jonathon Yassanye is a licensed social worker offering eight years of clinical experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship concerns, and self-esteem challenges.
Background and approach
He works with clients who are exploring sexuality and LGBT matters, coping with life changes, or facing issues such as isolation, caregiving stress, mood disorders, and concerns tied to aging and traumatic brain injury. Fluent in English, he practices from California and accepts international clients.
Jonathon emphasizes an individualized, collaborative process that meets people where they are. He blends cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered listening, existential reflection, mindfulness practices, and psychodynamic elements to tailor sessions to each person’s goals.
His background includes training in caregiver support, assessment tools used with cognitive changes, and anxiety-focused interventions, and he draws on psychoeducation and practical self-care strategies to address symptoms and build coping skills. Holding the credentials LISW and LCSW, Jonathon brings experience from community and clinical settings and offers several formats for remote work.
Those seeking to begin can expect a supportive, pragmatic approach that balances present-focused coping skills with exploration of broader life meaning and patterns.
Therapeutic approaches that translate well to online care
Jonathon integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy into his online practice. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns through structured exercises and skill work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and creating a supportive space so clients can explore feelings and make choices that align with their values, which can be especially helpful when navigating life transitions or relationship issues.Finding the right blend of approaches is a collaborative process. He works with clients to determine which methods best match their goals and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so sessions remain relevant to the client’s needs and pace.
Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited local options. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and access therapy from different locations while working with a licensed professional.
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Experience
8+ years
Licensed
Ohio, California
Languages
English