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Dr. Yael Banai, LPC
Louisiana
LPC in Louisiana - Anxiety and ADHD focus
See online therapy options- Anxiety and stress
- ADHD support
- Cognitive behavioral methods
About Yael
Dr. Yael Banai is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Louisiana with 30 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, career concerns, parenting and related issues. She also focuses on anger, self-esteem, bipolar concerns, and coaching for young adults.
She has spent much of her career working in schools and education settings, and has also provided services in other environments. That background means she often draws on practical strategies that fit day-to-day routines. She has experience with teens and young adults and with people who have intellectual disability, autism or Asperger Syndrome.
Dr. Banai uses a mix of approaches while working with people. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is part of her toolkit, alongside client-centered and psychodynamic ideas and solution-focused steps. Sessions typically aim to identify unhelpful thoughts and test different responses in real life.
Her style is described as low key and respectful of each person's strengths and struggles. She avoids quick labels and looks for what works for an individual over time. Treatment plans are developed with the person rather than imposed.
People who contact her can expect straightforward conversations about current problems, concrete strategies to try between sessions, and periodic review of progress. She accepts international clients and offers sessions in English.
If someone wants to begin, they complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to see how the approach fits their goals.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Banai uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and client-centered methods to structure online work in practical ways. CBT focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors; it helps with anxiety, depression, stress and ADHD-related challenges. Client-centered work emphasizes the person's perspective and aims to build clear goals and priorities together.Finding the right approach is part of the process. She discusses goals and preferences with each person and adjusts techniques based on what seems to work. That may mean trying CBT exercises for a few sessions or using solution-focused steps to set immediate goals, then checking progress and changing course as needed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find remote sessions helpful for keeping momentum while they try new strategies in everyday life.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she focus on most?
She works with stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, career worries, parenting and related concerns, plus issues such as anger and self-esteem.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. The aim is to try concrete changes between sessions and review what helps.
How long has she been practicing?
Dr. Banai has thirty years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Louisiana.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in the state of Louisiana.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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