Dr. Kimberly Yazell, LCSW

Dr. Kimberly Yazell, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), brings 17 years of clinical experience to her work with adults and teens. She focuses on practical, evidence-based interventions that aim to produce measurable improvements while supporting each person through change. Based in Indiana, she has particular experience providing dual diagnosis care, working with clients who face both mental health needs and substance use challenges.

Dr. Yazell has extensive experience offering mental health services to military service members, including work with combat trauma, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, and challenges related to reintegration into civilian life. Her clinical practice emphasizes strategies grounded in research so clients can build lasting coping skills and clearer pathways forward.

Clients can expect a collaborative, encouraging approach in which the therapist partners with them to set goals and track progress. She aims to create a supportive environment where people feel validated and motivated as they work toward better functioning and improved relationships.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens closely and supports the client's own goals. This approach helps people build insight, self-acceptance, and confidence in making changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and learning practical skills to shift behaviors and emotional responses. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday difficulties.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines skills training in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is especially helpful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and coping with crises.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then adapt methods so therapy fits the individual rather than requiring the person to fit a single model.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access regular care without travel or strict scheduling constraints. These formats allow licensed professionals to offer flexible appointments, maintain continuity during life transitions, and tailor contact styles to what works best for each client.