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Yvette Medina, LCPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Yvette is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Yvette. View 71 reviews
Speaks English, Spanish, and American Sign Language
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

Recent reviews

I have nothing but praise for Yvette. I've found her to be a great listener and an incredibly supportive guide in my healing journey. So thankful to be working with her.

Reviewed December 2024

Fabulous! Well, trained, empathetic, good listener, and available.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Yvette

  • 17 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCPC

Welcome! My name is Yvette Medina and I am a bicultural Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois with a sense of humor and a love for helping people. I have over 17 years experience working in the mental health field. I am so happy that you are taking the first step in taking care of yourself. I applaud you as you enter this journey. I understand that it is not always easy meeting with a stranger and sharing your fears and vulnerabilities, however, after a few minutes of introductions and exchanged pleasantries we will no longer be strangers. Allow me to help you onto your journey as you discover your inner strength. I will be your biggest advocate, and your support, we will laugh and celebrate accomplishments that you will make in our sessions together, from the biggest to the smallest. I believe in meeting you where you are at while providing you a safe space.

I currently work for a non for profit agency with the focus of addiction treatment, anger management, homelessness, family reunification, and mental health issues. My areas of expertise are major depressive disorder, personality disorders, bipolar disorders, family/relationship conflicts, life transitions, and complex trauma/abuse, prenatal and postpartum depression. I also have experience working with individuals that suffer from anxiety, intellectual/developmental disabilities, pervasive developmental disorders, and immigration/acculturation issues. I am also a proud advocate of individuals from the LGBTQ community.

As a Latinex/bicultural counselor I am able to relate with you through many shared experiences. I am well versed in various theoretical orientations, such as, person-centered, motivational interviewing, brief solution-focused counseling, cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy and life coach techniques. In addition, I can apply more classical approaches to counseling and adapt to your current needs. I look forward to meeting with you and assisting you to reach your true potential.

My hobbies are reading, traveling, knitting, baking (eating bake goods), photography (I will send an occasional picture when its relatable and appropriate,) painting, and watching soap operas (novelas). Self care is important for you and I. I will remind you to engage regularly in self care for positive mental health purposes as this will be included as part of your goals.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Yvette Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205110780.

  • LCPC · Illinois · 180.013630 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
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There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Yvette Medina

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

71 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Supportive Amazing Recommend Understanding Helped Listens Caring Comfortable Empathetic

I have nothing but praise for Yvette. I've found her to be a great listener and an incredibly supportive guide in my healing journey. So thankful to be working with her.

Reviewed December 2024

Fabulous! Well, trained, empathetic, good listener, and available.

Reviewed November 2024

My experience with Yvette has been truly transformative, even though it's only been a few sessions so far. Her positive energy is infectious, and the support she's provided has had an immense impact on my well-being. I couldn't have asked for a more compassionate and effective therapist!

Reviewed November 2024

Yvette has been so encouraging and supportive through a very difficult time in my life. I appreciate how kind, honest, authentic and supportive she is.

Reviewed August 2024

I LOVE Yvette! She understands what my situation and concerns are and is very supportive. I feel seen and empowered after each session.

Reviewed July 2024

Yvette is a compassionate and caring therapist. I appreciate her use of humor during our sessions to keep things light while at the same time helping me to reflect deeply and work towards a healthier and happier me.

Reviewed May 2024

I am new to this but Yvette was better than I anticipated. Looking forward to more

Reviewed April 2024

I've had nothing but good experiences with Yvette. I couldn't ask for a more caring and insightful partner in my therapy journey.

Reviewed March 2024

The best therapist I could imagine!

Reviewed January 2024

Yvette is a phenomenal therapist. She is very warm, and instantly makes you feel safe and accepted. It's a pleasure working with her weekly. I've experienced an immense amount of growth throughout our journey, and am so very grateful to have her as a therapist. I feel that I am more equipped with the tools I need to navigate life, and the inevitable ebbs and flows that accompany it.

Reviewed June 2023

She’s really wonderful to work with

Reviewed June 2022

She is awesome!

Reviewed December 2023

Early in the process but so far so good. Yvette is friendly and supportive and this feels like a good match at this point. I will provide further after I’ve had more sessions.

Reviewed November 2023

Yvette is hands down the best therapist that anybody could ever ask for. She’s also so funny and it truly brings that added touch to what she does so wonderfully. I highly recommend Yvette! Thank you BetterHelp, I am so fortunate! It feels good to know that I have an attentive, flexible, compassionate, and supportive therapist that I can reach out to whenever needed :)

Reviewed November 2023

The best therapist I could ever imagine

Reviewed September 2023

i have been extremely happy with Yvette. She is kind, caring, and patient as a therapist. I'm so happy I found her.

Reviewed August 2023

Even though I'm relatively new to my mental health journey, Yvette has truly been an incredible help. She's understanding, relatable, supportive and truly makes me feel heard. 100000/10 would recommend

Reviewed August 2023

Felt comfortable with Yvette immediately

Reviewed July 2023

She cares for the people she works with and wants to help. That's all I need.

Reviewed July 2023

Great therapist and responds to my concerns

Reviewed June 2023

Yvette has helped me challenge my thinking and encourages me to stand up for my happiness. She's been there to listen to me and give excellent advice on my current situation.

Reviewed May 2023

I’m very thankful for Yvette. She’s consistently kind, caring, and insightful. I couldn’t be on this journey without her.

Reviewed March 2023

Yvette is my first therapist ever and I had my doubts for many years! She has helped me overcome the hardest time in my life by being supportive and empathetic. She listens very well and gives advice when she thinks is necessary; her advice is said in a way to get you thinking and she is open and understanding enough to know that her advice is simply her opinion based on what she knows and has expressed that. I can tell she genuinely cares and wants what is best for me. Thanks for being there for me when I needed to vent and get back on my feet and continuing to be there for me now by helping me problem solve and come up with a game plan to fix my broken family.

Reviewed February 2023

She is amazing and such a blessing in my life!!!

Reviewed January 2023

She is awesome! She listens and makes you feel comfortable. I am so happy to have found her and glad to have her as my therapist

Reviewed January 2023

She's amazing and such a great listener with great advice.

Reviewed December 2022

Excellent.

Reviewed December 2022

Yvette is very supportive, empathetic and understanding. Very inviting and warm hearted. She has truly helped me through a tough time! I’m glad our paths crossed through this app.

Reviewed December 2022

Ms. Yvette is Amazing …. I love her energy and her character. She has made my transition into the world of therapy so smooth …

Reviewed November 2022

The GREAT OF ALL TIME!

Reviewed November 2022

Yvette has been a great therapist. I feel heard and understood when we speak and I feel like she understands me as a person as well. She has been a great help to my mental health.

Reviewed November 2022

Yvette and I were matched perfectly. What I find the most pleasant about our interactions is our relatability, so our talks are quite natural. I appreciate her wider experience, which is useful for my overall life as I struggle to navigate everyday challenges. I recommend Yvette for anyone who is looking for a compassionate and understanding person to talk to and to talk with.

Reviewed November 2022

I have only texted Yvette so far but she always responds with kindness and understanding.

Reviewed November 2022

I love working with Yvette! She makes me feel very understood and does a great job of affirming and encouraging me when I have difficult experiences.

Reviewed November 2022

Yvette is a genuine person, and you can feel that when you talk with her. The questions and statements she makes during our sessions show that she cares as she doesn’t ask broad/general questions, more so she is actively addressing the information that you give her, which is important when working with someone on subjects such as this.

Reviewed November 2022

very understanding and supportive, she has a warm and loving energy that makes me feel so comfortable to open up to her.

Reviewed November 2022

It’s been a few weeks receiving sessions from Yvette, and very pleased with the progress so far. She listens and creates an environment where I can feel comfortable talking about myself. Also the feedback and tools I could use during the week for my own growth has been very helpful. Highly recommended!

Reviewed September 2022

Yvette is amazing

Reviewed August 2022

Very empathic and real. She understands my struggles because she has been there. She is professional but not detached. I feel heard.

Reviewed August 2022

Yvette is very professional and listens to my concerns. Not judgmental and can relate with my story

Reviewed August 2022

My first ever therapist and I can’t imagine going to anyone else. She has helped me a lot.

Reviewed August 2022

Yvette is so personable, empathetic, and attentive. I immediately felt a connection with her and she’s great at offering support and insight. Highly recommend!

Reviewed August 2022

She is a great listener and has wonderful advice and ideas for me to better myself.

Reviewed August 2022

I really enjoy my sessions with Yvette. I am new to therapy, and I feel comfortable to share my thoughts and feelings during our sessions. She is very relatable and feel like I am on the road to healing my issues.

Reviewed July 2022

Yvette is truly spectacular. She is kind-hearted, and really makes me feel heard in our sessions. She’s also funny and extremely easy to talk to. I’ve had many therapists over the years and I can honestly say that she’s the best I’ve ever had. Thanks for everything so far, Yvette!

Reviewed July 2022

Yvette has been helpful, kind, and patient. It's early days yet, but I look forward to their help going forwards.

Reviewed July 2022

Yvette is very kind and listens, my first therapist and wouldn't go to anyone else

Reviewed July 2022

This has been such an amazing therapist for any related issues with work, family, personal, and speaks really good Spanish. If you need someone to ask for advise, go for this one

Reviewed July 2022

Fantastic . Gives an honest assessment and honest opinions. Very much enjoy my time with Dr. Medina

Reviewed July 2022

She is warm and utterly genuine and wants to help support the journey I'm in without judgement. I would recommend her as a great therapist :) Thank you again Yvette.

Reviewed June 2022

Great match. Lovely human being. Enjoy speaking with her.

Reviewed June 2022

She is really good.

Reviewed June 2022

Divine connection. The first session was effortless, we dived right in and she is so understanding. I felt lighter after just one session. I even got a book recommendation. Our conversation was expansive and I know we will continue to dive deeper.

Reviewed June 2022

love her

Reviewed June 2022

Yvette has been tremendously helpful! She listens, provides excellent tools and counsel, and is a great communicator. She follows up regularly to confirm our appointments and to check in on my progress.

Reviewed June 2022

Yvette is so caring, genuine, offers such a safe and healing space, a gorgeous listener and is so incredibly intuitive. I could not have dreamt of a better therapist! Already feeling shifts after two sessions, really grateful for Yvette

Reviewed June 2022

She is the best therapist I have ever come across. She is so full of love and compassion for her clients. 10/10

Reviewed May 2022

Yvette is kind and patient. She is able to offer a variety of ways to communicate as work through target issues (reasons for sessions). She responds quickly to messages and has a variety of office hours.

Reviewed May 2022

She truly cares and she makes me feel so heard! And she’s so much fun to talk to.

Reviewed May 2022

Getting Dr.Yvette's help has been thr best thing I have done got myself in many years, I have progressively finished each session with her feeling better than the previous one. I went from a place where even being consistent with having meals was a problem, to being able to pick myself up, secure a new job abroad and also relocate. I would not have been able to accomplish all these things had it not been for her help. Thank you!

Reviewed May 2022

Yvette is absolutely amazing! I'm able to express my concerns and she's concerned about my well being. I am extremely grateful for her!

Reviewed May 2022

I was hesitating to try therapy for a long time, but so glad I finally took the next step. I had my first session with Yvette, and she was great and super relatable for me. Helped my feelings and issues feel validated. I highly recommend Yvette.

Reviewed March 2022

I love her. She's so empathetic and solves the problems from the core. She helped me find what was happening with myself and discover myself. She's amazing!

Reviewed March 2022

I appreciate Yvettes honesty and her thoughtful conversations. The goal is for me to learn and improve myself. I feel Yvette is very helpful in my quest of achieving my goals

Reviewed February 2022

The sweetest therapist. I feel like I'm talking to a friend while receiving help and opening up about myself.

Reviewed February 2022

Yvette is kind, easy to talk to and relatable. I look forward to our sessions and thrive off her feedback.

Reviewed January 2022

To whom it may concern, I found better help through an instagram ad at a time in the year and in my life where I felt extremely anxious and overwhelmed. After signing up to the platform I was matched with Dr. Yvette Medina who has been supporting me so much in finding my balance again. Yvette is very approachable and experienced, and I feel better after each session with her because she has the ability to really listen and engage in what is going on in my head, which is very much appreciated and helps me become more self aware and let go of some anxiety. Dr.Medina's ethnic background has also been a plus as she has been able to relate and understand many things which I would find difficult explaining. I am gaining invaluable feedback and support during my sessions with Dr. Medina, small adjustments in routines and ways of thinking, are helping me cope with work/relationship pressure . I look forward to my future sessions and to build back up my confidence and resilience with Dr.Medina's support. Kind regards, Jeff

Reviewed January 2022

She’s great!

Reviewed January 2022

This being of light is exactly who I needed to find. Its early on but I can already see how far the space she holds invites healing. I 200% recommend connecting with Yvette.

Reviewed January 2022

Yvette is amazing! She is so supportive and after my sessions I always feel better.

Reviewed December 2021

Yvette is the most supportive person I met

Reviewed December 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Yvette Medina offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Yvette Medina works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Yvette Medina speak?

Yvette Medina speaks English, Spanish, and American Sign Language.

How many years of experience does Yvette Medina have?

Yvette Medina has 17 years of experience.

Where is Yvette Medina licensed to practice?

Yvette Medina is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Yvette Medina accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Yvette Medina accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Yvette Medina offer?

Yvette Medina offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Yvette Medina?

Yvette Medina can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Yvette Medina?

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