- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Yahna
Yahna Gibson is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Missouri with seven years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also pays attention to related struggles such as loneliness, communication problems, and family of origin issues.
Yahna keeps sessions direct and human. She listens, offers honest feedback, and uses moments of lightness when it fits. She encourages small, practical steps people can use between sessions to manage day-to-day pressure and mood shifts. Her style balances support with gentle challenge so clients can notice change without feeling overwhelmed.
Her background as a parent and grandparent informs how she talks about relationships, caregiving stress, and life stages. That life experience shows up in conversations about commitment, blended family dynamics, and the strain of caring for others. She brings that perspective to practical problem solving rather than abstract theory.
Yahna works with issues that often appear in early adulthood, like leaving home, new jobs, relationship starts and endings, and the pressure to feel 'on track.' She helps people who are navigating identity, comparison, and decisions that shape the next chapter of life. Conversations focus on what is most pressing now and what can change in the next few weeks.
People who meet with her can expect straightforward talk about feelings and behavior. She will help clarify goals and name concrete steps. To begin, visitors are asked to use the site matching process to schedule an initial session and get started.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Two evidence-based techniques often used in this kind of work are practical problem-solving and skills-based strategies. Practical problem-solving focuses on breaking a worry or life change into smaller steps and testing one change at a time to see what helps. Skills-based strategies teach concrete ways to manage anxiety, mood, and interpersonal tension so people have tools they can use between sessions.Another common technique is processing difficult memories or experiences in a gradual, supported way so they feel less overwhelming. This helps when trauma, abuse, or shame make everyday life harder. Each method is explained plainly in session and adjusted to fit what the person wants to work on.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide what methods match goals, needs, and personal preferences. That conversation can change over time as priorities shift and progress is made.
Session logistics such as formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins on a break, avoiding travel time, or using audio only when video would be difficult. Licensed professionals can help find a rhythm that fits work, school, or caregiving responsibilities without promising any particular format.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related issues such as loneliness and family problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is direct and practical. She listens closely, gives honest feedback, and uses gentle challenge alongside moments of lightness.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience as a practicing counselor.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Missouri and practices there.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How do sessions and fees work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing will be shown during sign-up.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the site button to see online therapy options, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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