Yahsemin Diaz

Hello, I'm Yahsemin, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual therapy to adults in California, Nevada, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. I enjoy working with clients navigating relationship and family challenges, life transitions, depression, stress, and patterns that leave them feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

My style is warm, conversational, and practical. I especially enjoy helping clients improve communication, set healthier boundaries, become more assertive, and develop skills they can use in their everyday lives. I believe therapy works best as a collaborative process where you feel comfortable being yourself, exploring what's happening in your life, and considering new perspectives that can help you move toward meaningful change.

My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and practical. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can openly explore what is happening in your life, better understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and consider new perspectives.

I draw from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), DBT-informed skills, mindfulness, and Brainspotting based on your individual needs. I also enjoy teaching practical skills related to communication, boundaries, assertiveness, coping, and managing difficult emotions that you can use outside of the therapy room.

Our first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. I'll ask questions about what's been happening, what you'd like help with, and what you hope to gain from therapy. You'll also have time to ask questions and get a feel for whether my approach feels like a good fit for you.