Brianna Yates, LCSW

Brianna Yates is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings a background in medical social work and community-based services to her therapeutic practice. She has worked with people facing chronic health issues and new medical concerns, and she has provided therapy and educational support to both children and adults through a local domestic violence agency. Her clinical work emphasizes listening, validation, and collaborating with clients to set and reach meaningful goals.

She individualizes each session to meet a person’s unique needs and draws on techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to help clients build practical skills for coping and change. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that reflects training in clinical assessment and therapeutic intervention.

Outside of clinical work, she is the oldest of four sisters and has an identical twin who is one minute younger. She grew up on the north side of Chicago’s suburbs and enjoys experimenting with new recipes, walking, and catching up on popular shows when time allows. Brianna looks forward to connecting with new clients and supporting them on their journeys.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their feelings and priorities. This approach supports self-discovery and is often useful for concerns like self-esteem, relationship issues, and major life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and sleep difficulties by teaching practical skills for coping and problem solving.

Mindfulness therapy encourages present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of difficult emotions, which can reduce rumination and improve overall coping with stress, chronic health challenges, and grief. The therapist works collaboratively with clients to determine which combination of approaches best fits their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting methods as the work evolves.

Online therapy with Brianna is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit therapy into a busy life. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, manage scheduling around work or caregiving, and maintain continuity of care when circumstances change.