Therapist profile
Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski , OH Psychologist P.6572
Ohio psychologist focusing on trauma and family concerns
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- CBT techniques
- Trauma-focused work
- Parenting support
About Cynthia
Dr. Cynthia Yamokoski is an Ohio psychologist (OH Psychologist P.6572) with 15 years of clinical experience. She sees adults dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addiction, parenting strain, and related concerns. She also addresses issues such as sleep and eating problems, anger, self-esteem, and career stress.
Dr. Yamokoski focuses on practical, time-limited approaches that are supported by clinical research. She explains treatment options clearly and involves people in decisions about their care. Sessions typically include cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused work when appropriate.
Her background includes clinical and research experience with survivors of traumatic events. She has worked with first responders, veterans, people affected by accidents, and survivors of sexual assault and abuse. This experience informs how she plans treatment steps and supports recovery from post-traumatic stress and related symptoms.
In sessions she uses structured methods such as cognitive-behavioral strategies and trauma-focused protocols to target specific problems like panic, obsessive-compulsive patterns, depression, and prolonged grief. She favors approaches that have a clear plan and measurable goals.
People who choose her can expect a collaborative process. She reviews options, explains likely steps, and checks in about progress. Her style aims to help adults manage day-to-day responsibilities while addressing the presenting problem.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. Yamokoski commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, which focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic, OCD patterns, and depression and usually involves structured exercises and homework. She also uses trauma-focused therapy to address post-traumatic stress and trauma-related symptoms. Trauma-focused work often includes gradual, supported exposure to difficult memories and cognitive processing to reduce distress tied to those events. Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She discusses options, explains likely steps, and tailors the plan based on the person's goals and preferences. Decisions are collaborative and checked as progress is made. Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discussing practical needs up front helps shape how sessions are scheduled and structured.Areas of focus
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
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What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, parenting strain, intimacy-related and relationship issues, and related concerns listed in the profile.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses time-limited, research-backed methods and explains treatment options before starting. Cognitive behavioral techniques and trauma-focused approaches are commonly used.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working with adults on a range of concerns including PTSD, panic, OCD, and prolonged grief.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Ohio psychologist with the credential OH Psychologist P.6572 and practices in Ohio.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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