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Yvette Medina

IL LCPC 180.013630
Credentials
IL LCPC 180.013630
NPI Number
1205110780
Location
Illinois
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language
Yvette Medina

Accepting new clients

18 years experience
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About Yvette Medina

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 18 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.

Licenses

LCPC
180.013630

Professional experience

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Addictions
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Grief
  • Depression

Additional Focus Areas

  • LGBT
  • Relationship issues
  • Family conflicts
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Anger management
  • Self esteem
  • Career difficulties
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Coping with life changes
  • Compassion fatigue

Clinical Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Systemic Therapy

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • American Sign Language

15 Reviews

“I think she’s absolutely great! Love her energy, and she reminds me a lot of my grandma and that’s a great thing that I need so much.”

“Yvette is amazing! I can honestly say I look forward to our sessions. I’m able to talk to her about what’s really going on without feeling judged or like I have to filter myself. She listens, but she also makes me think and helps me see things differently. I’ve had plenty of moments where I left our session still thinking about something she said 😂. I appreciate that she’s genuine, patient, and makes me feel heard. Therapy isn’t always easy, but having the right person to talk to makes a huge difference, and I’m really grateful I found her. ❤️”

“She is very caring and loving!”

“Im still a work in progress, but she has been with me every step of the way cheering me on.”

“Yvette has continuously helped me figure out what I am thinking and feeling, and prepare me for challenges that come my way. She makes me feel like I'm no longer shying away from the world, but in charge of how my world affects me. Im stronger for having her as my therapist, and thankful to have met her.”

“I was nervous to do therapy for the first time and she made me feel very comfortable. I enjoyed our session because it felt like we make a good connection. I’m looking forward to speaking with her again.”

“She's given me tools to calmly talk before reacting out of anger.”

“Yvette has been an incredible source of support. She is understanding, compassionate, and always takes the time to offer helpful options and guidance. She is easy to talk to and creates a comfortable environment where you feel heard and respected. Yvette is an excellent listener who genuinely cares about the people she works with, and her positive attitude is uplifting and encouraging. I truly appreciate her kindness, professionalism, and willingness to help. I highly recommend Yvette to anyone looking for someone who is supportive, knowledgeable, and dedicated to helping others.”

“Yvette is just an amazing person. She goes out of her way to make sure that what we talked about made me feel okay and how I’m feeling after. She’s my first therapist like literally EVER and I couldn’t have been paired with a better person. Who really listens and makes sure I have other people with me if something went wrong. I literally couldn’t have chosen a better person to understand me and really give me the best insight. To never think of anything in a certain way. To really understand why I’m feeling the way I do.”

“Thoughtful, patient and works to really understand you as a person.”

“She’s an amazing listener and gives me great feedback. Has opened my eyes and ability to understand things better.”

“Even though I’ve only had a couple of sessions with her so far, she has already made a very positive impact on me. She is kind, caring, patient, and truly listens without judgment. I feel comfortable opening up to her, and I can really relate to her approach. She creates a safe and welcoming environment, and I already feel supported in my healing journey. I’m thankful to have been matched with such a wonderful therapist.”

“Yvette has helped me make some hard decisions by the grace of God! She is attentive and compassionate.”

“Yvette is a kind and caring therapist. She is easy to talk to and very insightful. Always helping you move toward solutions. So glad I found her!”

“Yvette has helped me so much in such a short amount of time. I strongly recommend working with her! I always look forward to our next sessions as I know they are so productive and helpful.”

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