Jonathon Yassanye, LISW, LCSW - Therapist in California

About Jonathon

Jonathon Yassanye is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and challenges around self-esteem and relationships. He emphasizes being heard and validated while working with clients to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Jonathon brings a calm, practical approach that focuses on what each person needs right now.

He uses a mix of methods in sessions, including client-centered listening and cognitive behavioral tools to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.

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Background and approach

Jonathon also draws on existential questions about meaning, and mindfulness techniques to ease intense emotions. He tailors plans to individual needs, combining psychoeducation, coping strategies, and self-care practices. Jonathon graduated from Case Western Reserve University and has eight years of clinical experience in adult mental health.

Early work included internships in community clinics where he practiced CBT and brief psychodynamic methods while keeping a person-centered stance. He later worked with older adults and caregivers, developing skills in dementia-related care and caregiver support. His background includes training in grief work, experiential approaches, and anger management, plus experience administering common screening tools used with older adults.

Jonathon holds LISW and LCSW credentials and practices from California. He offers sessions in English and accepts international clients. In sessions clients can expect clear explanations, step-by-step strategies, and collaborative planning.

He commonly helps people address life transitions, coping with illness or caregiving stress, identity and sexuality questions, and issues that come up in young adulthood.

How Jonathon’s Methods Work Online

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and helping clients set their own goals. Online sessions using this approach emphasize understanding what matters most to the person and following their pace to explore problems and solutions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In video or phone sessions this approach is often used to identify unhelpful thoughts, try small experiments, and build new habits that reduce anxiety and improve mood.

Existential therapy helps people examine meaning, values, and life choices. Online conversations can help a person weigh priorities, cope with life changes, and find a clearer sense of purpose.

Choosing the right approach is often a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try methods in session, and adjust the plan based on the client's goals and feedback. This makes it easier to find what fits best for each person.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video works well for deeper conversations and for using visual cues, while phone calls can fit into a busy day or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging are useful for quick check-ins, ongoing support, or shorter skill-building between sessions. These options offer flexibility so therapy can fit into daily life and different schedules.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Jonathon help with?

He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and life changes. He also supports concerns like LGBT issues, caregiver stress, isolation, and mood disorders.

How does he approach therapy sessions?

Sessions are collaborative and person-centered, combining listening with practical tools. He may use cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, existential conversations, or psychodynamic ideas depending on the need.

What is his clinical background?

Jonathon graduated from Case Western Reserve University and has eight years of clinical experience in adult mental health. His experience includes community clinic work and programs supporting older adults and caregivers.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds LISW and LCSW credentials and practices from California. Those are the professional credentials provided for this profile.

Which languages are supported and can he work with people abroad?

Sessions are offered in English. He accepts international clients, which allows people outside the United States to connect for online sessions.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription plan that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

What this therapist works with

Most often

Stress, Anxiety
LGBT
Anger management

Also listed

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 8 years
Licensed: Ohio, California
Languages: English

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