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Chanel Yako

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Tustin, CA 92780
My ideal clients are individuals feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with life transitions, relationships/family concerns and past/current abuse/trauma, Many come to therapy seeking a safe, supportive space where they can openly express themselves without judgment. I enjoy helping clients better understand themselves, build healthier coping skills, improve relationships, and regain confidence and balance. My goal is to help clients feel heard, supported, empowered, and comfortable being their authentic selves.
I utilize a client centered approach using CBT and DBT skills and trauma focused approaches to help clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem and manage life transitions. My goal is to help clients build coping skills to improve emotional regulation, strengthen relationships, and work towards healing and personal growth.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. If you are ready to begin your healing journey, I invite you to reach out when you feel ready.
Call or Chanel Yako now for a free 15 minute consultation - (657) 837-0825

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Tustin, CA 92780

(657) 837-0825
My website
I provide telehealth therapy sessions. I offer flexible weekday and evenings. I look forward to connecting with and supporting you.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (657) 837-0825
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Tustin, CA 92780

(657) 837-0825
My website
I provide telehealth therapy sessions. I offer flexible weekday and evenings. I look forward to connecting with and supporting you.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Paypal, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare
  • Allegiance
  • Allied
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Arlo
  • Ascension SmartHealth
  • BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Brighton
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Centivo
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Create
  • Decent
  • Evernorth EAP
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • GTEB
  • Health Net
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Kaiser (Out-of-Network)
  • KGA
  • Luminare Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Managed Health Network (MHN)
  • Meritain Health
  • MHNet Behavioral Health
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Nippon Life Insurance Company
  • Sidecar Health
  • Sutter
  • Tufts
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Hea
  • USC PPO/EPO
  • WebTPA
  • Out of Network
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I currently accept self-pay clients and am in the process of becoming credentialed with insurance panels through multiple platforms. I strive to make the billing process simple, transparent, and stress-free, and I also offer sliding scale options for clients with financial need.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825
"
I currently accept self-pay clients and am in the process of becoming credentialed with insurance panels through multiple platforms. I strive to make the billing process simple, transparent, and stress-free, and I also offer sliding scale options for clients with financial need.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 138539 Chanel Sebah Yako
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended University of Southern California , Masters in Social Work
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I have multiple years of experience in the mental health and substance use field working with young adults and older adults in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825
"
I have multiple years of experience in the mental health and substance use field working with young adults and older adults in an inpatient and outpatient setting.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Violence
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients experiencing anxiety and depression by using a client-centered approach with CBT/DBT interventions and mindfulness techniques, we will work together to better understand your emotions, build healthy coping skills, and create meaningful change. Clients often leave therapy feeling more empowered, self-aware, emotionally balanced, and confident in managing life's challenges.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825
"
I work with clients experiencing anxiety and depression by using a client-centered approach with CBT/DBT interventions and mindfulness techniques, we will work together to better understand your emotions, build healthy coping skills, and create meaningful change. Clients often leave therapy feeling more empowered, self-aware, emotionally balanced, and confident in managing life's challenges.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a client-centered approach that incorporates CBT and DBT interventions to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In our sessions, you can expect a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, validated, and comfortable being yourself. We will work on building healthy coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and change.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825
"
I use a client-centered approach that incorporates CBT and DBT interventions to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. In our sessions, you can expect a supportive, judgment-free space where you feel heard, validated, and comfortable being yourself. We will work on building healthy coping skills, improving emotional regulation, and change.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (657) 837-0825

Location

Primary Location

Tustin, CA 92780

(657) 837-0825
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I provide telehealth therapy sessions. I offer flexible weekday and evenings. I look forward to connecting with and supporting you.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (657) 837-0825
"
I provide telehealth therapy sessions. I offer flexible weekday and evenings. I look forward to connecting with and supporting you.
Photo of Chanel Yako, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Chanel Yako
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (657) 837-0825