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Yajaira Hernandez Colon

Therapist(She/Her)
19 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm a warm and passionate clinical social worker with over 19 years of experience in the field. I have been providing Psychotherapy for the past 7 years. I have been working with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, attachment issues, behavioral issues, family dynamics, and marital challenges.

My approach to therapy

I'm certified for (TF-CBT) Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also have experience working with (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Supportive Therapy, Person Centered Therapy and others approaches.

What you can expect from me

I believe that my clients are the center of the relationship, and I want they to have a safe space to process and express their current stressors. Also, identifying skills that will empower them in their recovery and healing process. My client will leave the session with a sense of being listened to and validated, while also learning from their experiences.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Hispanic, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    19 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Puerto Rico
  • License type
    LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) (Ohio), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New Jersey, New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, The Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Sleep disorder, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Identity issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Narrative Therapy, Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Adults, Adolescents, Seniors
  • Languages
    Spanish, English