- Attachment-based work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- English and Spanish
About Yolanda
Yolanda Batres-Espinoza is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with five years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, anger, and other life challenges. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and she accepts international clients.
She trained at Fuller Theological Seminary where she earned a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy with an emphasis in Medical Family Therapy. Early life experiences with therapy influenced her decision to pursue this work and shaped how she supports others now. Her background includes work in community mental health settings in East Los Angeles, providing services to underserved communities.
Her approach draws on attachment-based ideas and client-centered care, with practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. She uses mindfulness practices to help people notice reactions and choose different responses. The emphasis is on learning skills that reduce reactivity and improve communication.
Yolanda identifies as LGBTQIA+ affirming and brings that perspective into sessions for people who want that support. She also has experience addressing trauma, including training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Her practice includes a wide range of concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood issues, caregiving stress, chronic illness and family of origin problems.
People who seek her help often want clear strategies and conversational guidance. She favors straightforward, collaborative work that focuses on concrete steps for handling anger, regulating mood, and repairing relationships. To get started she asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Yolanda blends attachment-based work with cognitive behavioral techniques to address strong emotions and patterns in relationships. Attachment-based work looks at how past relational patterns shape current reactions and helps people notice relational triggers and build different ways of relating. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavioral changes to reduce intense reactions and improve daily functioning.She also uses client-centered principles to keep conversations grounded in the person's own goals and values. That means the therapist listens for priorities and offers practical options rather than prescribing a single method. Together the person and therapist narrow down approaches that fit the problem, preferences, and daily life demands.
Confirm the specific online session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Video lets people practice communication skills face-to-face, while audio or shorter sessions can be useful for quick coaching during a work break or when bandwidth is limited. The therapist will discuss which format best supports your goals during the first scheduling steps.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside related issues like stress, relationship problems, grief, and trauma. Anger is framed as a reaction to underlying worries and patterns.
What is her basic therapy style?
She uses client-centered conversations combined with attachment-based perspectives and CBT techniques. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer communication.
How long has she been practicing?
She has five years of clinical experience working in community mental health and private practice settings. Her training includes a master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a California LMFT and practices in California. Her credential is listed as CA LMFT.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are available in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients. Confirm session logistics and timing when you complete the matching questionnaire.
How are sessions structured and billed?
Session cost varies with location and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform listing for current session length and payment details.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.